Monday morning UK news briefing: Today’s top headlines from The Telegraph

Monday morning UK news briefing: Today’s top headlines from The Telegraph

Welcome to your early morning news briefing from The Telegraph - a round-up of the top stories we are covering on Monday. To receive twice-daily briefings by email, sign up to our Front Page newsletter for free . 1. Boris Johnson considers plea to limit household mixing at Christmas Boris Johnson is considering urging the public to limit household mixing over Christmas, as he risks a new row with his Cabinet. The Telegraph understands that the Prime Minister has been presented with three options drawn up by officials for further restrictions to curb the spread of omicron. Read the full story . 2. Liz Truss takes on Brexit brief after Lord Frost quits Liz Truss has been handed responsibility for the UK’s negotiations with the EU, following the resignation of Lord Frost, as Boris Johnson abolished the role of a dedicated Brexit minister. Ms Truss is now responsible for resolving ongoing issues with the Northern Ireland Protocol, including the dispute over the role of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) in the territory. Read the full story . 3. Photo appears to show Downing Street lockdown gathering with the Prime Minister, his wife and staff A photograph has emerged of