He says he hopes Boris Johnson will not be tempted by "coercive measures" to tackle Covid.

Germany follows France in banning British tourists and business travellers over Omicron concerns.

Britain's defence secretary says this is because Ukraine is not a member of the Nato military alliance.

Snow on the slopes of Mont Blanc is the best Chamonix has seen in years - but few Brits will enjoy it.

A major incident has been declared in London as another 90,418 daily UK cases are reported.

The EastEnders star makes history by becoming the first deaf winner of the BBC competition.

He also designed the Pompidou Centre in Paris and the Lloyd's of London building.

Nearly 28,000 people have now crossed from France to England in small boats this year.

Adele, Ed Sheeran, Dave and Little Simz lead the pack, with four nominations each.

New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker secures a brilliant points win over Britain's Derek Chisora in a thrilling fight at the AO Arena in Manchester.

Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.

Students say the new Omicron variant is making them extra-cautious as they go home for Christmas.

Scientists say admissions could reach 3,000 a day in England if more restrictions are not brought in soon.

The Premier League and UK government urge footballers to get vaccinated against Covid-19 as a number of fixtures this weekend are postponed because of outbreaks of the virus at clubs.

Theatre bosses in Northern Ireland have had to get creative due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Gym owners and bosses fear they will be destitute as social distancing rules are reintroduced.

France is tightening its rules for UK travellers over fears about soaring Covid cases.

No-shows and performers pulling out in recent weeks have resulted in a significant drop in income.

A rundown of the artists who are nominated for a Brit Award in 2022.

Poorly insulated homes are bad for bills and the environment - but how can renters get improvements?

Avian flu has left a reserve on the Solway Coast dealing with "unprecedented" numbers of dead geese.

Anyone testing positive now will be self-isolating on 25 December.

What options do you have if you're thinking twice about going to events in the run-up to Christmas?

The BBC's James Cook finds businesses struggling with supplies, recruitment and rising prices.

The actor stars in Last Train to Christmas which raises questions about the impact of our actions.

Deaf actor Rose Ayling-Ellis and former Bake Off winner John Whaite fought for the famous Glitterball trophy.

Peter Bone says many of the things Lord Frost "worries about" resonate with Tory colleagues.

St Joseph’s College, Coalisland, had not used all of its heating budget due to the Covid lockdown.

Milly is recovering and even has a fellow marmoset as a companion after life with an abusive owner.

Living on a canal boat - and naturism - have improved Colin Dobson-Fox's mental health.

Sadiq Khan says it's important that Londoners understand how serious the surge in cases is.

The focus of most front pages this morning is on Lord Frost's resignation as Brexit minister.

Mayor Sadiq Khan says the variant is having an impact on staff absences in the emergency services.

Scottish businesses say they are feeling the pinch on what should be their busiest weekend of the year.

The 30-year-old's body was discovered in a house in Harcourt Drive on Saturday morning.

A leading government advisor says Wales' current plans to tackle Omicron may not be enough.

Officers have been training with young women to try and prevent them from being groomed by gangs.