Boris Johnson has faced MPs' questions at the final PMQs of 2020

The PM was challenged on the impact easing restrictions over Christmas could have on the coronavirus infection rate

Mr Johnson said people should act with "extreme caution" but added he didn't want to "criminalise" people's long made plans

The PM will hold a press conference in Downing Street later with Chief Medical Officer for England, Prof Chris Whitty

Mr Johnson said he has "every hope" there will be a post-Brexit trade deal with the EU, but adds the UK will "prosper mightily" whatever happens

Earlier, the president of the EU Commission Ursula von der Leyen said the "next few days" will be decisive for UK-EU trade negotiations

Government targets for building new homes have been revised after concerns were raised by some Conservative MPs

Lower prices for clothing and food pushed UK inflation down to 0.3% in November, but games at toys became more expensive

Inflation is one of the key measures of financial wellbeing, because it affects what consumers can buy for their money