Travel bans to contain the spread of the mutant virus are “prudent”, the World Health Organisation’s European chief has said.
A meeting has also been called of WHO’s European member states to discuss the UK strain.
Hans Kluge wrote on Twitter: In response @WHO_Europe to convene member states to discuss strategies for testing, reducing transmission & communicating risks.
“Limiting travel to contain spread is prudent until we have better info. Supply chains for essential goods & essential travel should remain possible.
“Welcome GB action to share data & intensify investigations.
“Reaffirming our commitment to #solidarity in the face of new #COVID19 challenges yet again.
“No one is safe until everyone is safe.”
