Matt Hancock told the public he understood their pain, as two people he knew had passed away at the coronavirus daily briefing.

He told the nation: “I’ve lost two people that I was fond of, so I understand what a difficult time this is for the country.”

He said he “understands how difficult” coronavirus is for the country – but called on the “small minority” who are not following social distancing rules to stop risking their own lives and those of others.

He also offered his “profound sympathies” to the families and friends of those who have died.

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