Numbers come as a boost to Boris Johnson who faced criticism when he lifted pandemic rules at a time when infections appeared to be reaching their peak
Shoppers pass a Zara clothing store as a worker redresses the window display on Oxford Street in central London, the UK, in this April 20 2021 file photo. Picture: BLOOMBERG/HOLLIE ADAMS
The numbers come as a boost to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who faced criticism from scientists last month when he proceeded with the final stage of his plan to lift pandemic rules at a time when infections appeared to be reaching their peak. All legal social distancing requirements were dropped, and nightclubs were allowed to reopen after 18 months of enforced closure.
“Covid-19 has not gone away and there are a few things we can all do to reduce the risk,” Doyle said in a statement Friday. “You might want to arrive early or late to help avoid large crowds and wear a mask particularly in enclosed and crowded spaces.”The virus reproduction rate, or R number, is down to a range of 0.8 to 1.0 in England, from 0.8 to 1.1 a week ago.
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