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Johnson faces calls to sack Cummings over lockdown breach

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing increased pressure to sack his closest aide after reports emerged that he broke lockdown rules.

Police confirmed they attended Dominic Cummings's family property in County Durham after allegations emerged that Mr Johnson's chief adviser travelled more than 260-miles from his London home during the lockdown in place across England.

Political leaders have piled pressure on Mr Johnson to sack the 48-year-old strategist. Downing Street has so far refused to comment.  Latest coronavirus stories  The news comes as authorities managing beaches and beauty spots are bracing for an increase of visitors expected to put social distancing rules under strain.

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