The Telegraph published this video item, entitled “UK faces “deeply concerning situation” because of rapidly spreading omicron variant, says Gove” – below is their description.
Michael Gove appeared to open the door to new Covid restrictions on Friday as he said the UK faces a “deeply concerning situation” because of the rapid spread of the omicron variant.
“We absolutely need to keep everything under review”, said Mr Gove, the Communities Secretary, after chairing a Cobra meeting with devolved administration leaders.
The comments suggest it is possible tougher restrictions could be adopted soon, with government officials considering contingency measures described as “Plan C”.
Mr Gove has this week been pushing Cabinet colleagues to support going further than the “Plan B” measures announced on Wednesday, according to multiple government sources.
Read the full story here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/12/10/michael-gove-hints-tougher-covid-measures-amid-deeply-concerning/
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