Millions of Brits face losing their jobs as the economic impact of lockdown bites, according to alarming new figures released by a major think tank.
As many as 7.5million workers could risk being laid off as the coronavirus crisis continues its devastating spread across the globe.
The rapid spread of the highly-infectious disease forced the government to bring in a lockdown of the UK - forcing many businesses to shut up shop.
Seaside towns and countryside areas that depend on tourism and hospitality are mainly at risk of seeing a huge unemployment spike.