Coronavirus news: Manchester infection rate surges, as only half of Britons with missing positive Covid tests reached for contacts

A three-tier lockdown could see tougher restrictions imposed in England if lower level measures fail to bring coronavirus cases under control, according to reports.

A leaked document - seen by The Guardian - revealed the most severe measures under the traffic light-style scheme would involve the closure of all hospitality businesses, including bars, and the banning of all social contact between households.