Top scientists from SAGE (Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies) suggested those older than that age were at greater risk from the killer bug. If they were "segmented" from the rest of the population then the virus could be brought under control. It remains under review however, meaning a huge chunk of Brits could face an extended period of time in doors. "Around two-thirds of people in the UK live in a household which includes one or more individuals aged 45 and above. In comparison, a total of 39,058 people aged 75 and over have died from the virus – which is 65% of the total.

Source: Daily Mirror September 27, 2020 08:38 UTC