about the spread of the virus says that that is necessary to suppress it. yesterday the government announced another 626 people had died with coronavirus, including a six—week—old baby with underlying health problems. the child is believed to be the youngest victim in the uk. the total number of deaths in all settings now stands at 31,241. as the lockdown is gradually eased, the government is expected to urge us today to cycle or walk to work wherever possible if we cannot work from home. so—called "active travel" is seen as a way of easing pressure on public transport, which will have far less capacity if social distancing is to be maintained. our political correspondent nick eardleyjoins us now from our london newsroom.