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Northern Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales could see the reintroduction of Covid-19 restrictions next winter says Chief Medical Advisor to the United Kingdom government, Professor Chris Whitty.

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Professor Whitty said whilst restrictions may be required next winter they will not be "on the same scale" as we have now.placeholder image
Professor Whitty said whilst restrictions may be required next winter they will not be "on the same scale" as we have now.
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