Covid-19 cases spiral nationwide it is understood the measure is being considered as a solution.A senior government source reportedly confirmed that ministers had discussed the possibility of a nationwide curfew.The Government is set to step up social distancing laws today as Boris Johnson prepares to cut gatherings to just six people.It follows a series of lightening local lockdowns where restrictions have already been ramped up.All socialising outside your household in Bolton will not just be banned, as it was already - it will also be enforced by law.New laws "will be laid at the earliest opportunity," the government said.Healthy Secretary Matt Hancock announced the move in the House of Commons and warned a national peak could be.