Tories renew calls to relax Covid-19 measures in England amid fears for UK economy
Ministers have again indicated their hope to reduce the 2-metre span for physical distancing in England, amid increasing worries from Conservative MPs and others about the damage to the economy, particularly the hospitality sector, if it is not changed.
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