Boris Johnson promises £1,000 to pubs forced to remain closed

Boris Johnson is under fire from some of his own MPs Picture: House of Commons/PA

Boris Johnson promised £1,000 to pubs forced to remain closed under England’s new coronavirus restrictions as he sought to ward off a damaging Tory revolt over the plans.

The new arrangements will come into force on Wednesday, putting 99% of England in the toughest Tier 2 and Tier 3 restrictions, with the Commons almost certain to back the plans despite a Conservative rebellion.