
But Health Secretary Sajid Javid said yesterday they should wear them, to set an example Tory MP Jacob Rees-Mogg says the "convivial fraternal spirit" means Conservatives don't wear them - and also that MPs can make their own decisions. There's been more talk of mask wearing today - both generally, and about the use of coverings in the House of Commons. We've been asking for your views too on the possible introduction of Plan B, with readers both for and against - scroll down to read thoseīut Boris Johnson, speaking today, said infections were high but in line with predictions, and urged people to have a third vaccine dose when they become eligible Some doctors say they want more restrictions to come in now, to protect the NHS This afternoon's UK government data showed there had been 52,009 new cases of Covid recorded in one day - the highest daily figure since the middle of July As ever, it's been a team effort with contributions from our colleagues across the BBC.

It was written by Malu Cursino, Alexandra Fouché, Joshua Nevitt, Mary O'Connor and Lauren Turner. Thursday's live page was edited by Claire Heald and Holly Wallis. Thanks for joining us today - here's a recap of some of the day's top lines.
