The coronavirus death toll in the UK now stands at 41,449 after a further 16 fatalities were added to the official tally. The number of daily deaths recorded by the Department of Health has fallen into the single digits several times over the past few weeks.
On Monday a further four deaths were recorded, with just two more fatalities added to the tally on Friday. While all deaths represent a tragedy for those personally affected, the fact death figures have kept low despite lockdown restrictions being eased is a positive sign.
What is less of a cause for celebration is the fact the UK passed a grim milestone this morning. According to data compiled by the Office for National Statistics, the UK's coronavirus death toll has now passed 55,000
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