Despite Boris Johnson being able to extend the lockdown if needs be, Business Secretary Alok Sharma twice insisted it ‘will end’ on December 2, and go back to a tiered system
A top Tory has declared England’s national lockdown will end on time on December 2.
Alok Sharma twice told the nation the shutdown of pubs, gyms, hairdressers and non-essential shops “will end” on the intended date.
It comes despite Boris Johnson previously stopping short of giving a guarantee – and despite a big leap in the number of daily confirmed cases today.
The Prime Minister has promised the laws which enforce the lockdown will end on December 2, but stopped short of saying the lockdown itself will definitely end on time.
The laws could be extended if MPs vote for them again, and top Tory Michael Gove has made clear the lockdown could be extended if needs be.
But Business Secretary Mr Sharma said today: “We’ve made it very clear that the national restrictions will come to an end on December 2 and then we will move back into the tiering system.
“I think what’s important right now is… we observe the rules, observe the guidance, and do the basics to protect ourselves. Wash your hands, cover your face, maintain social distance.
