Covid-19: Some Covid safeguards needed after June, says Raab

More funding is needed to prepare for pandemics and prevent gains from being lost, Dame Sarah Gilbert says.

Rishi Sunak says he has a “strong and united team”, as he welcomes new and returning ministers to cabinet.

But the PM admits Covid cases are increasing “very much”, as Northern Ireland announces a tough new lockdown.

Ministers also confirm a risk-based “traffic light” system will start when foreign holidays resume.

GPs say they have been left with no choice as surgeries begin to impose caps on appointments.