The three most common variants are the Indian variant (in purple), the South African variant (green) and a separate, less virulent version of the Indian variant is in blue. AdvertisementMeanwhile, data suggests almost a quarter of all coronavirus transmission in London last month was driven by the Indian variant and other concerning mutant strains. But the figures came after data yesterday suggested the opposite, allaying fears the Indian variant was spiralling out of control. But the figures came after data yesterday suggested the opposite, allaying fears the Indian variant was spiralling out of control. London and the North West — which are hotspots for the Indian variant — were both estimated to have seen their Covid cases remain flat last week.

Source: Daily Mail May 21, 2021 11:36 UTC