Sweden's coronavirus 'herd immunity' is lower than was previously thought, the architect behind the country's pandemic response has said. Despite the rising numbers and increasing criticism, Tegnell said on Friday Sweden remains steadfast in its approach to the pandemic. In contrast to many other countries, Sweden has kept schools, restaurants and other businesses open throughout the pandemic. Sweden is also one of just a handful of European countries including Italy, Poland and Portugal where cases are still rising steeply. After imposing only minimal restrictions in the spring, Sweden has now limited restaurant tables to eight people and urged people in many areas to work at home.

Source: Daily Mail November 14, 2020 09:18 UTC