Live: Boris Johnson briefing amid hopes nationwide lockdown will soon ease
Boris Johnson holds a COVID-19 Downing Street briefing amid hopes nationwide lockdown will soon ease. High street shops across England could reopen within weeks if Covid rates keep tumbling. Hopes are also growing that families could be reunited outside by Easter. PM Boris Johnson is expected to bring back the Rule of Six outdoors for spring under plans to unlock the nation. It comes as the UK smashed its target of vaccinating 15million vulnerable Brits two days early. Yesterday, an upbeat Mr Johnson said falling Covid rates are paving the way for the nation to get back to normal. He told CBS News: “Thanks to the efforts of the British people, the lockdown, plus possibly the effect of the vaccine, we’re going to see the rates coming down more sharply. “They’re falling at the moment. We want to be in a position where we can begin to open up.” And in a video, the PM also said the UK’s vaccination programme had reached “a significant moment”. Read more UK Lockdown: Rule of Six to return and shops could open in weeks under plans to unlock nation by spring https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/1404864... From Brexit breaking news to HD movie trailers, The Sun newspaper brings you the latest news videos and explainers from the UK and around the world. The Sun brings you breaking news and in-depth analysis on the stories that matter most. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Middle East and US and UK politics, we post updates as they happen. Expect the latest on major global events, pressing political debates, celebrity updates and exclusive royal family content, along with in-depth investigations and expert commentary. Get comprehensive coverage of Donald Trump's Presidency, Vladimir Putin's actions, and the unfolding drama of the British Royal Family. Subscribe now for daily updates and exclusive content from The Sun. https://www.youtube.com/c/thesun?sub_... Read The Sun: https://bit.ly/3Tay1OY Like The Sun on Facebook: / thesun Follow The Sun on TikTok: / ucizxayrp7-p0anpq-nd-h5g Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: / 1633225139
