Those wanting a Brexit deal for Christmas may get their wish - a deal is imminent and could be decided within hours.
UK and EU officials are haggling for a deal as we speak.
Meanwhile Covid-19's second strain is raging in London and parts of England, with many parts set to enter tier four lockdown from Boxing Day.
London correspondent Rob Watson has remained an insightful voice on Morning Report throughout 2020.
He speaks to Māni Dunlop.
