Next steps for Greater Manchester expected to be set out at 5pm

Prime minister Boris Johnson has called a press conference and it is thought he will set out what the Government will do about coronavirus controls in the city-region.
Prime minister Boris Johnson leaves the Cabinet meeting on TuesdayPrime minister Boris Johnson leaves the Cabinet meeting on Tuesday
Prime minister Boris Johnson leaves the Cabinet meeting on Tuesday

The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said talks had continued on Tuesday morning at official level ahead of the Government’s midday deadline for an agreement on the introduction of Tier 3 controls in the region.

Mr Johnson has also spoken directly to Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham following the passing of the deadline.

“The talks have been ongoing this morning. I am not in a position to confirm how that has been resolved,” the spokesman said.