Health Secretary Matt Hancock is holding a Downing Street press conference, as ministers warn tougher restrictions might be needed.

Nadhim Zahawi, Minister for Covid-19 Vaccine Deployment, told Sky News: "We don't want to go any tougher because this is pretty tough lockdown but what we need is for people to have as if they have got the virus."

He added: "Our plea is to everyone - these rules are not boundaries to be pushed against, they are to bring the virus under control and reduce pressure on the NHS and save lives. Just think that every social interaction you could have could be an instant of transmission."

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