The PM is being briefed on the latest Covid data, after two days without published figures.
Data on daily Covid cases has not been published over Christmas, but the UK saw several days of record cases as Omicron took hold in the run-up to the festive period, with 122,186 cases reported on 24 December.England's current guidance - known as Plan B - requires people in England to work from home, wear face coverings in shops and other public settings and present Covid passes to gain entry to large events.
MPs have been promised a vote if it is decided fresh legal measures are needed, after Mr Johnson suffered the largest rebellion since he became PM over the introduction of Covid passes earlier this month. Vaccines and boosters are still essential - they do a great job at protecting against severe disease that could put you in hospital
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