hours before kick—off. celtic will be playing hibs here later on this evening and because these restrictions have been eased there will be or could be from today, people in england with coronavirus can end their isolation after five full days — providing they test negative on days five and six. it's hoped the change will ease staff shortages across the economy. the latest phase of the covid vaccine programme in england also begins today — with boosterjabs available to all 16 and 17—year—olds. train operators have cut hundreds more services from today because of covid—related staff shortages. avanti west coast, c2c, east midlands railway and south western railway have all introduced emergency time tables. several other operators have taken the same measure in recent weeks. it was estimated earlier this month that around 10% of rail staff were absent from work. the chinese government is drawing up contingency plans to control the spread of covid as millions begin their chinese new year holiday. there are fears the 40—day travel season could see 0micron spread