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Boris Johnson will give a statement tonight to update the public on Covid-19 booster vaccines, Downing Street has confirmed.
The statement, which has been pre-recorded, comes after the four UK chief medical officers announced the UK Covid Alert Level has been increased from Level 3 to 4 after a rapid increase in Omicron cases.
Medical officers have warned that more measures are needed to combat the spread of the virus.
BREAKING Boris Johnson to address the nation at 8pm
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The government confirmed that from Monday December 13 people aged 30 and over will be able to book a Covid-19 booster jab.
It is understood the PM will address the nation at 8pm on Sunday December 12.
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