What time is Boris Johnson’s speech today?
The coronavirus alert level is set to be raised from 3 to 4, meaning transmission of the virus is now ‘high or rising exponentially.’
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is holding a live press conference today to address this issue, and he is set to announce further restrictions to slow the spread of the virus.
As part of a package of new national restrictions, he is expected to declare a 10pm curfew for pubs and restaurants across the country.
Here’s all you need to know ahead of the conference.
What time is Boris Johnson’s speech?
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The Prime Minister is expected to address the nation at 8pm today in a live televised address.
His public speech will follow a statement in the House of Commons at 12.30pm.
Where can I watch Boris Johnson’s speech?
You will be able to watch the speech on BBC One, as well as the BBC News and Sky News channels.
You can also stream the speech on the BBC News and Sky News YouTube channels.
What is Boris Johnson expected to say in his address to the nation?
Johnson is set to make various announcements today, following his first emergency Cobra meeting in four months.
It’s expected he will announce a 10pm curfew on pubs and hospitality venues from Thursday, along with a new table-service only rule across the hospitality sector.
It is understood the PM will also encourage people to return to working from home, where possible.
The government will continue to reiterate the importance of mask-wearing, hand-washing, and social distancing.
Find out more about what the country can expect from the PM’s speech tonight.
What was said in the coronavirus conference yesterday?
Chris Whitty and Sir Patrick Vallance held a joint conference yesterday at 11am.
They warned case numbers could reach 50,000 a day by mid-October unless more action is taken to reduce the spread of infection.
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