14 May 2021, 17:57 Updated: 14 May 2021, 18:44 THE Indian Covid variant could be 50 per cent more infectious than the dominant Kent strain, Sage has warned. The panel of Government scientists admit it could spark a "much larger" wave. �� 3 A public health digital board warns the public of a Covid-19 variant of concern in BoltonCredit: AFP Meanwhile, the Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Chris Whitty, said it could threaten the UK's path out of the crisis. But Boris Johnson said he did not believe the easing of lockdown needed to be delayed, and the relaxation in England on Monday would go ahead. The Indian variant could, however, "pose a serious disruption" to unlocking progress and puts the June 21 relaxation into doubt.