Fears grow of London lockdown over coronavirus as early as this weekend

The messages allege that the bill will introduce similar measures to those that have been implemented in Italy

It is reported that a ‘coronavirus bill’ will also allow the government powers to ‘close premises’ and restrict transport in the city. However, the source said Downing Street has not specified exactly ‘what form’ a shutdown of London will take.

Reports of a lockdown on the capital have therefore sparked fears that Londoners will try and move across the UK before their travel is restricted, thus spreading the virus further.Boris Johnson will speak again at a press conference today Speaking about a potential lockdown during today’s press conference, Boris Johnson said the government would be doing the ‘right measures at the right time’.

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