The Prime Minister is expected to confirm the decision at a press conference later on Monday
The UK government is expected to end UK lockdown restrictions by June 21, the originally planned date.
The BBC reports that many senior ministers have agreed to a decision to maintain the current rules for another four weeks.
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As a result of the delay, people are encouraged to work from home if possible, but nightclubs remain closed.
The Prime Minister is scheduled to confirm the decision at a press conference later on Monday.
The extension was voted in the House of Representatives in late June and could face a rebellion from many Conservative lawmakers.
Stage 4 of the lockdown roadmap will eliminate social contact restrictions, but mask wearing and social distancing may remain.
Scientists suggest that the next step should be delayed because delta variants are more contagious.
This suggests that it is planned, increasing the speed of vaccination and minimizing the potential rise in vaccinations.
Meanwhile, some politicians and business owners are unhappy with the news as they believe the vaccine rollout was a success.
55% of those receiving the two JABs have vaccine doses of over 70m distributed across the UK.
The hospitality industry is a warning against the potential harm caused especially by continuing social distancing measures. You cannot operate the nightclubs or theatres.
Nightclubs and bars were able to sues the government to prevent coronavirus restrictions being lifted on June 21 in the UK.