UK virus lockdown extension looms as Johnson’s health ‘improves’ | Malay Mail

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LONDON, Apr 9 — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s health “continues to improve” on his fourth day in Covid-19 intensive care, his spokesman said Thursday, while the government prepared to extend a nationwide lockdown. “The prime minister had a good night and continues to improve in...

An ambulance is seen on Westminster bridge as the spread of the coronavirus disease continues, in London, Britain April 9, 2020. — Reuters pic

While much of the focus in Britain has been on Johnson’s health, there is also concern over the numbers of people infected with the virus. However, ministers have made it clear no announcement on the status of the lockdown -- rolled out for an initial three weeks -- would be made until that period has ended on Monday, at the earliest.

She also told a press conference there was “no prospect” of the measures being lifted in the coming days.

 

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