Much of north and Midlands placed in strictest tier of new coronavirus restrictions

Significant sections of England including much of the north and Midlands have been placed in the top tier of new coronavirus restrictions, the government has announced, potentially putting ministers on a collision course with Conservative MPs.

Related: What tier am I in? Latest Covid rules in England post-lockdown

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