England has been in its third lockdown for nearly two months, and tonight Prime Minister Boris Johnson will outline the details of his plan to ease restrictions.

As the infection rate among vaccinated people falls, many are hoping that the strict rules will end over the coming weeks.

It’s expected that the PM will make the announcement in a statement in the House of Commons in the afternoon, followed by a press conference or address to the nation later in the evening.

So, what time will Boris Johnson reveal his roadmap out of lockdown, and what is he expected to say?

What time will Boris Johnson unveil his roadmap out of lockdown?

Mr Johnson will share his finalised road map with MPs in the Commons this afternoon, shortly after 3pm.

He will then lead a news conference at 7pm where he will address the nation.

How to watch Boris Johnson’s televised press conference tonight

As always, it will broadcast on all main TV news channels including BBC News and Sky News

Previous press conferences have seen presentations by scientific experts, Chief Medical Officer Chris Witty, and Government Chief Scientific Advise Patrick Vallance.

It’s likely the Mr Johnson will also answer questions from the press.

When is the next lockdown update in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?

It is understood the roadmap out of lockdown in Scotland will be published this week.

Speaking on February 16, first minister Nicola Sturgeon said: ‘I can confirm that the Scottish Government is currently preparing a revised strategic framework, which will set out in much more detail when and how we might gradually emerge from this lockdown.

‘We hope to publish this new framework next week, probably at this time next week, following discussions with the other parties in parliament, and also with business organisations, trade unions, third sector bodies and others.’

The Welsh government is expected to review the country’s restrictions on Friday, March 12, while the next review in Northern Ireland will take place on March 18.

What is Boris Johnson expected to say during today’s press conference?

This is the press conference where the ‘roadmap’ will be revealed.

Boris Johnson spent the weekend working with scientists on the most recent data to finalise the move out of lockdown.

The roadmap will set out gradual steps for easing measures over the next five months, with schools expected to reopen first and pubs and restaurants last.

No 10 sources said on Friday that two households will potentially be allowed to socialise outdoors by Easter weekend, which starts with Good Friday on April 2.

Plans for school reopenings are expected to be much more detailed, as the government has previously said its aim was to get all pupils back in the classroom by March 8. It’s not clear whether this will happen all at once, or in a staggered return.

There will likely also be more details on meeting family and friends outside – with some suggestion that the ‘rule of six’ may eventually return.

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