Chris Whitty has sent a clear message to cut back on socialising in the run-up to Christmas Day, warning that a rise in Covid hospitalisations is “nailed on” after cases hit a record high. Whitty was speaking after new UK Covid cases hit a record daily high of 78,610. NHS leaders warned on Wednesday that the health service was already being hit by increasing numbers of staff falling ill with coronavirus. Whitty’s cautious message was echoed by Kanani, who said she would be “really careful” in the run-up to Christmas Day, “so I can get those special moments with my family”. She told MPs on the Commons transport select committee to expect a “staggering” growth rate in cases over the coming days.

Source: The Guardian December 15, 2021 18:11 UTC