Boris Johnson had a “tough call” over whether to introduce new COVID rules, according to the Daily Express.It says a poll of its readers found more than half would ignore any tougher restrictions over Christmas.
The Star pokes fun at Boris Johnson and the photos from the Downing Street garden by providing a “cut out and keep” cheeseboard on its front page.
Boris Johnson has been urged to provide “clarity” amid uncertainty over the possibility of new COVID restrictions, The Daily Telegraph says.It says some MPs want reassurance that people can continue planning for Christmas and New Year without fear of their plans being ruined.
The Mirror leads on the Queen’s decision to spend Christmas at Windsor Castle rather than take her usual trip to Sandringham.
Further coronavirus restrictions are unlikely before Christmas after cabinet ministers urged the PM to hold out until the data is clearer, The Guardian says.It says Boris Johnson has been accused of not following scientists’ advice to immediately bring in tougher rules.
Deputy PM Dominic Raab has defended a photo of Boris Johnson and others in the Downing Street garden last year at a time when there were limits on mixing.Mr Raab said it showed a place of work and everyone was in suits, Metro reports.
Boris Johnson faced opposition to further COVID restrictions from members of his cabinet, with the chancellor leading the pushback while the health secretary was in favour of new measures, the FT says.