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Lottie Gibbons

Phillip Schofield admits he's at 'breaking point' over lockdown restrictions

Phillip Schofield has admitted he is at 'breaking point' over lockdown restrictions.

The This Morning host and Holly Willoughby were discussing their plans for the Christmas break with Piers Morgan's wife Celia Walden and guest Lora Evans as part of a wider discussion.

This comes after the UK Government and devolved administrations agreed to a temporary easing of coronavirus restrictions over Christmas, allowing three households to mix in a bubble from December 23 to 27.

Phil and Holly a sked viewers if Christmas should be cancelled in light of the pandemic or if we all need a bit of festive cheer.

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Lora explained how she fears people's mental health would take a hit if they are forced to spend their Christmas apart from their loved ones.

Agreeing with her point, Phillip said: "You say everyone’s at breaking point. I know I am, actually, as a matter of fact.

"I am quite happy to speak for a lot of people and say I’ve had enough, I have had enough. I will follow the rules, but I’ve had enough.

"But as far as everyone’s mental health is concerned, taking a little slice of Christmas you say is going to be good for everyone."

He added: "We are following the rules and the bubbles that we are allowed.

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"Obviously, we hope everyone stays safe this Christmas, but inevitably up and down the country, there will be those people who inadvertently come into contact with someone with COVID.

"Essentially, is it worth dying for five days at Christmas?"

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