Communications

“We’ll continue to hold press conferences to coincide with significant announcements," says No.10

PAC says Get Ready for Brexit campaign did not inspire confidence, and UK now faces "two incredible, unprecedented political and economic upheavals"

Cabinet Office investigating 'unauthorised' tweet sent in heat of Cummings lockdown row

Social media channels from across government will highlight work of individual officials in coronavirus response

Health secretary dismisses concerns over new "Stay Alert" message and "lack of details" in guidance

NHS Providers says UK has "struggled" to demonstrate a "clear, effective and well-communicated strategy”

FCO chief Sir Simon McDonald says he “inadvertently and wrongly” told MPs the UK had opted out of a procurement scheme

Select committee and ministers ask for citizens to be on the lookout for false information spread online

The prime minister's letter will be sent to 30 million households, Number 10 said. Read it in full here

Downing Street strengthens messaging as Boris Johnson closes shops and tells people to stay at home

Critics say government is failing to provide clear guidance to public on social distancing as PM threatens lockdown

Prime minister to lead daily briefings alongside officials in effort to ensure clarity of government plans

Unit's involvement announced as Boris Johnson chairs COBRA meeting to plan next steps