Boris Johnson will chair a meeting of ministers this evening to consider new coronavirus restrictions. The Covid-O meeting - expected at 6pm - will look at whether regions should move tiers. I'm told it's also likely it will look at the issue of keeping schools shut for longer.

Health Sec Matt Hancock will then tell MPs about new tiering decisions in the Commons tomorrow after the Brexit deal has been voted on. This could be when any changes to schools are announced. It appears no decision has been taken yet, despite term starting in six days.

PM's Official Spokesperson today saying they are still planning a "staggered return" to allow for mass testing in secondary schools. But pointedly also adding that all measures are kept "under constant review". Not terribly reassuring for teachers & parents!