UK Minister ‘Hopeful’ to Reach a Deal With Manchester Over Tier 3 Lockdown

Britain's Housing, Communities, and Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick arrives at number 10 Downng Street, in central London on March 17, 2020. Tolga Akmen/AFP via Getty Images

Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said on Monday he’s “hopeful” for a deal with Greater Manchester over Tier 3 lockdown measures, ahead of talks with leaders of the region.

“I’m hopeful that we can reach an agreement, but I think we do need to conclude this now,” the minister told Sky News on Monday morning.