Coronavirus NI: ‘More likely’ up to 10,000 people infected with COVID-19 in UK - No plans to close NI schools for now - ‘More families are going to lose loved ones before their time’ says Boris Johnson

Andrew Quinn
By Andrew Quinn

Deputy Group Live Editor

Published 12th Mar 2020, 11:10 GMT
Updated 12th Mar 2020, 19:20 GMT

Coronavirus COVID-19 is causing unprecedented levels of disruption across Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland and the rest of the world.

Here’s the latest news on what impact the deadly disease is having on people all over the country.

First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill meet with the with the Health Department and local emergency authorities at Stormont's Castle Buildings in east Belfast to discuss the ongoing situation with the coronavirus. (Photo: Jonathan Porter/PressEye)placeholder image
First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill meet with the with the Health Department and local emergency authorities at Stormont's Castle Buildings in east Belfast to discuss the ongoing situation with the coronavirus. (Photo: Jonathan Porter/PressEye) | Press Eye Ltd
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