The coronavirus vaccine is here, but is London heading for Tier 3; and no mistletoe at Christmas?

Our health editor Ross Lydall's been speaking to some of the first people in London to receive the coronavirus vaccine. He tells us it's been an emotional moment for many of them, and even Health Secretary Matt Hancock couldn't hide his feelings as he was interviewed on TV about it. But, he also warns the number of cases and deaths in the capital is on the rise, leading to concerns the city could be plunged into Tier 3 restrictions when they're up for review next week. 

Also, mistletoe traders are reporting a collapse in demand this year as the pandemic persuades people to avoid traditional Christmas kisses. The Evening Standard's Rob Dex tells us social distancing rules also mean it's just about impossible to sell the plant at auction anyway. He also gives us some of the creative suggestions people have come up with to replace the tradition.

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