Michael Gove
A total of 16,060 patients have so far died in hospital after testing positive for the illness in the UK.
Jeremy Farrar says lockdown could be lifted in four weeks' time.
Michael Gove and Gavin Williamson play down reports restrictions will be eased in three-weeks time.
Cabinet Office minister says government will look at "all of the evidence" before easing restrictions.
Cabinet Office minister accused of the "weakest rebuttal of a detailed exposé in British political history".
The prime minister is said to be in "good spirits".
The announcement comes as Boris Johnson remains in intensive care.
Labour’s newly-elected leader has begun to stamp his authority on the party.
The Cabinet minister urged the public to stay inside this weekend as the UK death toll exceeds 4,000.
NHS England have confirmed that a five-year-old was among the 637 people who were confirmed to have died in the UK in the 24 hours prior to 5pm on Friday, as millions of Britons have been warned to stay inside as the temperature soars.
About Michael Gove
According to his website: "Michael was first elected as Member of Parliament for Surrey Heath in May 2005. He served as Shadow Minister for Housing & Planning and Shadow Secretary of State for Children, Schools & Families. Following the 2010 General Election, he was appointed as Secretary of State for Education. "A journalist by profession, he has used his position as a writer for The Times and a broadcaster on the BBC to fight for greater personal freedom, a tougher line on crime, a more dynamic economy, a cleaner environment, stronger defence and a better deal for hard-pressed families. His most recent book, Celsius 7/7, was released in 2006 to much critical acclaim."