Leicester could have first 'local lockdown' following surge in coronavirus cases
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe government is said to be providing support to officials in Leicester with their efforts in tackling coronavirus - potentially making the city Britain's first local lockdown.The district lockdown is expected "within days" following a surge of coronavrius cases in Leicester, as reported by The Sunday Times.According to the paper, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has been examining the legalities of the shutdown after it was revealed 658 new cases were recorded in the region in the two weeks to June 16.Home Secretary Priti Patel confirmed on Sunday morning that there will be extra support going into Leicester.When asked on BBC One’s The Andrew Marr Show whether Leicester was going to see new restrictions imposed, said: “Well, that is.
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