Here’s when Boris Johnson is expected to tighten restrictions in the North of England - including closures of pubs

The Prime Minister is expected to impose tougher restrictions in parts of England next week, which could see the possible closure of pubs and restaurants in some of the worst affected areas.

Ministers are said to be considering similar strict new measures for swathes of northern England, amid concerns the virus is spreading out of control.

When will Boris Johnson address the nation?

Boris Johnson is expected to make a formal announcement on new measures on Monday 12 October, according to BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg.

A time for the announcement is yet to be confirmed.

However, both Downing Street and the Department of Health and Social Care declined to comment on reports that new restrictions on hospitality will come as soon as Monday.

What measures could be implemented?

In an effort to address the rising infection rates, the PM will likely introduce a three-tier system for local lockdowns, which would see different parts of the country placed into different categories.

Areas that fall into tier one will have fewer than 100 cases per 100,000 of population and will continue to follow national restrictions, such as the "rule of six" and social distancing.