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Omicron variant: Britons told to cut socialising in run up to Christmas

Despite concerns that the new variant may reduce the effectiveness of vaccines, a health minister has said people should not cancel their Christmas plans.

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Covid: Boris Johnson to hold press conference as UK battles Omicron variant

The prime minister will tell the public at a Downing Street press conference that they must get their booster jab in order to protect themselves from Omicron.

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Three new Omicron cases bring UK total to 14 with another 10 'highly likely'

Across the UK there are now 14 confirmed cases of Omicron, with another 10 that are "highly likely" to be the new Covid variant.

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What are the new mask rules for England and when do they start?

How far has the Omicron variant spread and what are countries doing to stop it?

Face masks return to England as rules toughened in bid to halt Omicron spread

Omicron variant: Over 18s to get booster jabs and over 12s to get second dose

New Covid rules 'buy us time' against Omicron variant, says Boris Johnson

How many people in the UK have been vaccinated so far?

UK's Omicron cases will rise, warns minister - are we set for more restrictions?

How do I book a Covid booster vaccine and when can I get it?

Millions more could be offered boosters amid concerns over Omicron variant

What are the new Covid rules and what does it mean for Christmas?

What do we know about the Omicron variant and should we be worried?

Another 37,681 Covid cases and 51 deaths as third Omicron case reported in UK