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Evening Standard
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Katy Clifton, Charlie Duffield

UK coronavirus LIVE: Death toll jumps as Boris Johnson 'set to relax lockdown rules on pubs and restaurants'

Boris Johnson has reportedly ordered ministers to swiftly ease the lockdown and will this week unveil plans to enable pubs cafes and restaurants to reopen.

The Prime Minister will set out a roadmap to "rebuild Britain" after the coronavirus pandemic in a bit to avoid the possible loss of three million jobs.

According to the Sunday Times, Mr Johnson will this week unveil plans which will enable pubs, cafes and restaurants to open outdoor areas.

It comes as the death toll from coronavirus in UK hospitals jumped by 77 on Sunday.

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