Container deaths trial halted over Covid fears for a second time

On Monday, one juror was absent from the Old Bailey after her sister tested positive for coronavirus on Saturday
The trial is taking place at the Old Bailey. Picture: Nick Ansell/PA

The trial is taking place at the Old Bailey. Picture: Nick Ansell/PA

The trial of an alleged people-smuggling ring linked to the deaths of 39 migrants has been brought to a halt for a second time over Covid-19 fears.

On Monday, one juror was absent from the Old Bailey after her sister tested positive for coronavirus on Saturday.

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