The Prime minster has announced new restrictions for large parts of the south. These areas will enter a new tier 4 which will be similar to the November lockdown.

London, South East and East of England virus spreading faster as a new variant possibly 70% more prevelant new restrictions tier 4 in place, no non essentials no leaving homes unnecessary will take effect from tomorrow morning

Asking everyone in all tiers to stay local. Christmas cannot continue in England as planned, no mixing across, only bubbles to help individuals the country limited to 2 households. Working with devolved administrations to get rid of virus

50% increase in affected numbers across South Wales and South East and East England and London through December