It comes amid reports it is “very likely” visitors in social care settings will be limited to only three designated visitors as part of plans being considered by ministers.
Meanwhile controversy continues over several Government staff “gatherings” held towards the end of 2020.
In the latest twist, Boris Johnson’s most senior communications adviser, Jack Doyle, reportedly gave out awards on the night of an alleged Downing Street party on December 18, when London was under Tier 3 lockdown restrictions. Mr Johnson has repeatedly denied a party took place.