The UK's coronavirus death toll has increased to 14,653 after another 825 hospital deaths - a drop from the previous daily total.
NHS England reported a further 738 deaths on Friday as experts say there are signs the UK is reaching its peak and the curve is flattening.
Scotland reported 58 new deaths as First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said lockdown restrictions have slowed down the spread of Covid-19, calling it "the first signs of hope".
A further 18 deaths have been confirmed in Northern Ireland and 11 in Wales. The total stood at 13,828 at the same time on Thursday after a rise of 870.