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There was an even more dramatic drop in the north of the country, researchers found.
The latest set of restrictions is expected to come into force in England on December 2.
A plan for Christmas is expected to be revealed to MPs on Monday.
Memories of the 1996 tournament as Scotland is triumphant in penalty shoot-out.
Infectious diseases expert John Edmunds also warns against "unwise" Eat Out To Help Out-style easing of restrictions after England's lockdown.
England's chief medical officer hits out at Great Barrington Declaration, which is backed by 'lockdown sceptic' Tory MPs.
In northern parts of England, Covid-19 deaths have reached levels not seen since May.
International travel will not be permitted while the same rule applies in England, Mark Drakeford has announced.
Details of the plan were revealed by the media on Friday evening.
Cabinet Office minister says the government will be "driven by the data".