Matt Hancock says 'we are at the peak' of UK coronavirus pandemic

Health Secretary, Matt Hancock said today that the UK is "at the peak" of the pandemic at today's hybrid PMQs.

"I just want to thank everyone from across the country for their steadfast commitment in following the rules, including in this House," the Health Secretary said.

"It is making a difference. We are at the peak. But before we relax any social distancing rules or make changes to them we have set out the five tests that have to be met.

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