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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sam Hancock

Coronavirus news: UK records 23,000 new confirmed infections as computer glitch adds thousands to total

Photograph: AFP via Getty Images
People in Soho, London, ahead of the 10pm curfew pubs and restaurants are subject to in order to combat the rise in coronavirus cases in England.

A three-tier lockdown could mean tougher restrictions being imposed in England if lower-level measures fail to bring coronavirus cases under control, according to reports.  

A leaked document - seen by The Guardian - revealed the most severe measures under the traffic light-style scheme would involve the closure of all hospitality businesses, including bars, and the banning of all social contact between households.

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