The prime minister will use a news conference to set out the next steps as he confirms the vaccination rollout remains on track
"It's because of the British public's unwavering commitment that we are saving lives, protecting the NHS and controlling the virus".More than 50 million vaccine doses have been administered in the UK - with 35.2 million people having received a first dose, and 17.2 million people having had both doses.
Speaking to Sky’s Sophy Ridge, Michael Gove said the Queen’s speech would also contain a"series of bills and measures that will strengthen our NHS", although ministers are facing questions about whether a plan of the reform of social care will be included.
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