Prepare for potential second lockdown, medical chief tells Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland’s chief medical officer has warned there could be a second lockdown if cases of Covid-19 continue to rise. Picture: Kelvin Boyes/Press Eye/PA

Northern Ireland’s chief medical officer has advised the public to prepare for a potential second lockdown.

The Stormont Executive announced local restrictions for the Derry City & Strabane Council area on Thursday in an effort to stem the spread of Covid-19.