New coronavirus variant under investigation in UK

Cases of the variant, referred to as VUI-202102/04, were first identified on February 15 through genomic horizon scanning
Surge testing has been carried out in a bid to stop variants from spreading. Picture: Ben Birchall/PA

Surge testing has been carried out in a bid to stop variants from spreading. Picture: Ben Birchall/PA

Thu, 04 Mar, 2021 - 20:38
Tom Pilgrim, PA

Scientists have identified 16 cases of a new coronavirus variant in the UK, Public Health England (PHE) has announced.

Cases of the variant, referred to as VUI-202102/04, were first identified on February 15 through genomic horizon scanning.

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