Tories to go ahead with Christmas party despite Omicron risks
theguardian.comThe Conservatives are pressing ahead with their Christmas party in spite of scientists’ fears over the spread of Omicron, as their co-chair told people to “keep calm and carry on” with festivities.
Labour has decided to cancel its Christmas function though it is not urging businesses to do the same.
Despite criticism of No 10 for allegedly holding lockdown-busting parties last Christmas, the Conservative party’s co-chair said on Friday that No 10 and the central party would be carrying on with their functions.
“We obviously wouldn’t set out details of private functions in No 10 but, as I say, there will be festive events in the run-up to Christmas,” said Oliver Dowden.
He told Sky News: “The message to people, I think, is fairly straightforward
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