Boris Johnson warns of Omicron ‘huge spike’ as Commons votes loom

Plan B measures including entry rules for large venues are expected to pass despite sizeable Tory rebellion

Boris Johnson has warned his cabinet that “a huge spike of Omicron is coming” as the government braces itself for a significant backbench rebellion over Covid restrictions in England.

The cabinet met virtually on Tuesday before four Commons votes on “plan B” measures, including wider mandatory mask wearing and a requirement to show a Covid certificate or negative test result at large venues.

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