Nine things to know about the Indian Covid variant and why it could affect lockdown Mirror 3 hrs ago Lorraine King
There are fears that the Indian Covid strain could will hinder the end of the proposed lockdown next month. More than half of all areas in England have seen an increase in coronavirus infection rates as worry about the variant builds.
Experts say vaccines have saved 12,000 lives but there are fears that the Indian variant could be 50% more infectious than the Kent strain.
It is hoped the final sections of the economy that remain closed after the easing on Monday, such as nightclubs and large events, could return by summer but this could be scuppered if infections continue to rise.rules.