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Leicester to stay in local lockdown for weeks as review date announced

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The localised lockdown of Leicester will be longer than previously announced. Last night Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the closure of non-essential shops and schools for all but the children of key workers would be reviewed in two weeks' time.

However, a Government document published this evening says that 'Restrictions will be put in place pending a review from July 18', Leicester Mercury reported.

That suggests an additional five days of stricter lockdown than previously announced. Mr Hancock said the lockdown would remain in place for as long as was needed to control infection.

The measures have been introduced for the whole of the city and areas on its boundary. The Health Secretary said: “We will monitor closely adherence to

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