Tier review: Downing Street confirms that Christmas Covid rules are under review
Various areas across the UK, including London, have been moved into Tier 3 after infections rose
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A spokesman for Downing Street has confirmed that Christmas rules are being kept under review by the Government.
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It comes as London and some surrounding areas prepare to enter Tier 3.
The capital and parts of the commuter belt will be placed under the toughest measures – forcing the closure of hospitality – from Wednesday following a “very sharp” rise in cases.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said higher infections in the South East may be in part due to a newly identified variant of coronavirus which is growing faster than the existing one.
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