NEWS
‘Tier Four’ restrictions to be widened on Boxing Day
Government sources have warned that there is a ‘high chance’ of a full national lockdown in the New Year, and ministers are expected to announce today that a swathe of areas are likely to be placed into ‘Tier Four’ restrictions from Boxing Day. Many areas in the lower tiers could also be moved to ‘Tier Three’ at this time, forcing the closure of all pubs, restaurants and ‘non-essential’ shops — Telegraph
Is the mutant form of Covid really more infectious to children? Top scientists who raised alarm over the fast-spreading variant say there’s not enough data to make the link — Mail
As House of Lords cost increased by half a million pounds a year due to new peerages (see here), Boris Johnson backs peerage for cash-for-access Tory Peter Cruddas — Times
France agrees to reopen UK border to lorry drivers with negative Covid test — Guardian
COMMENT
Christmas with family isn’t irresponsible, it’s a human right — Allison Pearson, Telegraph
Why are ministers causing irrational panic about the mutant Covid strain? — Philip Johnston, Telegraph
