British Health Secretary Matt Hancock announces that London will go into "Tier 3" coronavirus restrictions from 0001 GMT Wednesday 16 December 2020 meaning theatres as well as pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues will have to close, except for take-aways. Currently London is in "Tier 2", which means non-essential shops and services can open, but it currently has one of the highest infection rates in the country. SOUNDBITE

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