But Greater Manchester's mayor Andy Burnham said it was "more likely than not" that his region would return to Tier 3. The Daily Telegraph added that sources suggest "the vast majority" of areas previously in Tier 1 would probably be upgraded to Tier 2. Liverpool City Region mayor Steve Rotheram said he hoped the area - which was the first to enter the highest tier last time - would not return to Tier 3 restrictions. “We saw a decline right at the start of lockdown because Tier 2 was having an effect. In Northern Ireland, tougher lockdown restrictions will be introduced for from Friday, with pubs, restaurants, non-essential retail and close contact services to close for a fortnight.

Source: Daily Mirror November 26, 2020 02:25 UTC