Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned Britons on Tuesday that they should not expect to return to a normal social or work life for at least six months, as he ordered new restrictions that he hopes will suppress a dramatic surge in coronavirus cases.

Just weeks ago, Johnson had encouraged workers to go back into the office. The new curbs include a requirement for pubs, restaurants and other venues in England to close between 10 pm and 5 am. The second partial lockdown could last six months.