Boris Johnson announced earlier tonight that he is bringing in strict new measures in a bid to halt the spread of coronavirus.
Social distancing is set to become law, with the police able to break up gatherings of more than two people and all public events except funerals cancelled.
But it is believed the draconian measures, which will be reviewed in three weeks' time, will help slow the spread of Covid-19 and ease the growing pressures on the NHS.
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said: "The Prime Minister is right to call for people to stay at home, protect our NHS and save lives." He added: "This is the right response to the coronavirus pandemic, and one we have been calling for. "There now needs to be clear guidance to employers and