Another 552 people have died in England’s hospitals after contracting coronavirus – bringing the total to 19,301.

70 more people have died with COVID-19 in Scotland – taking the total to 1,332.

And 17 more people have passed away in Wales – putting the deal toll at 813.

The latest figures for Northern Ireland have not yet been released.

Earlier, Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon advised people to wear non-medical face coverings in places they can’t easily be two metres away from other people – such as in shops and on public transport.

The UK government has avoided making the same recommendation so far but says the policy is being kept under review by its scientific advisers.

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