Weekly analysis of Covid-linked deaths in NI reports another rise

The figures compiled by Nisra present a broader picture of the impact of Covid-19 than those reported by Stormont’s Department of Health. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA

Eighty-six people died with suspected Covid-19 in Northern Ireland in the latest week subjected to statistical analysis.

The overall toll collated by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (Nisra) stood at 1,594 on December 11.