Ricky Tomlinson is in mourning following the death of his brother. The Royle Family star revealed his sibling died after a battle with coronavirus as he urged people to take part in a mass testing pilot in Liverpool.
In a video message posted on the Liverpool City Council Twitter account, the actor said: "Covid is a killer. I know only too well, because one of my brothers has just died from Covid-19. "Don't let it happen to you, send away for your kit today and do what you're supposed to do.
Save your life and your loved ones around you." Tomlinson, 81, said he had used a home testing kit. As part of the pilot scheme, which began on November 6, anyone who lives or works in Liverpool can have a coronavirus test, even if they are not