Speaking out after reports that ministers are looking to torpedo trade talks with Brussels by reneging on the Withdrawal Agreement, Lammy - an avowedly pro-EU politician - said that those supporting the move were not "patriots".

"We argue we can form an informed opinion about the possible effects of Covid-19 on protest initiatives and future social unrest by looking at the great plagues of the past."

"You will be remembered as the prime minister who presided over the greatest slaughter of a protected animal in living memory."

The UK’s minimum pay rate was expected to rise from £8.72 to £9.21 per hour in April 2021 - but ministers are reportedly considering slamming the “emergency brake” on the plans.

It has become the latest dining chain to shut sites after revenues dived due to Covid.

"Disruption and any crowding from this will be especially unwelcome and has the potential to damage trust in the railway.”

“We are hearing stories of teachers being told they must travel hundreds of miles for a test – the Government must act on this immediately.”

"Some great outdoor venues in London offering a safer yet fantastic atmosphere, and airy spaces to enjoy a few cocktails in."

“This increase, combined with the ongoing testing fiasco where ill people are told to drive for miles for tests, and the poor performance of the contact tracing system, needs an explanation from ministers."