The government has released a list of people considered most at risk of suffering complications if they catch coronavirus. As the UK death toll from the disease reaches 55, new public health measures have been introduced today which could remain in place for 18 months.
Brits have been urged to stay away from pubs and theatres, avoid non-essential travel and to self-isolate for 14 days if anyone in their household develops potential coronavirus symptoms.
The government has also updated its advice on who is most at risk from the virus. This includes people who have/are: The official advice says there are some people who are at an even greater risk of "severe illness" from COVID-19.
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