Government monitoring case numbers but no restrictions on the cards this side of Christmas
Those in government circles are looking at the rise in cases in Europe, stating that Germany is a worrying example.
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Those in government circles are looking at the rise in cases in Europe, stating that Germany is a worrying example.
This message was shared by both health officials and government over the past 24 hours.
Dr Gabriel Scally has said that now is “not the time” to allow the virus to spread.
Public Health England director Dr Susan Hopkins said people will have to be ‘very responsible’ and reduce contacts again after Christmas.
Dr Ronan Glynn said messages about how to safely socialise at these times will likely be issued.