Britain has reported 31,772 new Covid-19 cases and 26 additional deaths within 28 days of a positive test, according to official figures, slightly down on the previous day's totals but up on the same time last week, Reuters reports.

A day ago, Britain had reported 32,367 new coronavirus cases and 34 deaths.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson detailed proposals earlier this week to eliminate a series of rules on mask-wearing, social contact and the instruction to work from home. He is expected to give the final go-ahead on Monday.

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