New coronavirus variant identified in UK; London to be put under highest level of restrictions

A new variant of the novel coronavirus has been identified as responsible for 'faster spread' of the infection in the United Kingdom, the UK government said on Monday. This comes amid a very sharp spike in COVID-19 cases in London and its surrounding areas. According to the details, Britain's capital will now be placed under the highest level of coronavirus restrictions from Wednesday. Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs in the House of Commons that "swift and decisive action" was needed as the doubling rate of the deadly virus has hit just seven days in many of these areas.

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