The UK’s coronavirus death toll has now reached 10,612 as of 5pm yesterday (11 April), according to figures released by the Department of Health and Social Care. 737 people have died over the 24 hour period since yesterday’s update.

The number of confirmed cases has also risen to 84,279 as of 9am this morning (12 April).

Earlier today, Prime Minister Boris Johnson thanked the nation for the efforts they’ve been making in the fight against the virus.

In a video shared on his Twitter feed, he said: “I want to thank everyone in the entire UK for the effort and the sacrifice you have made and are making.

“When the sun is out and the kids are at home, when the whole natural world seems at its loveliest and the outdoors is so inviting, I can only imagine how tough it has been to follow the rules on social distancing.”

Johnson added: “I want you to know that this Easter Sunday I do believe that your efforts are worth it. Because although we mourn every day those who are taken from us in such numbers, and though the struggle is by no means over, we are now making progress in this incredible national battle against coronavirus.”