UK coronavirus death toll almost doubles overnight - this is what we know about the 10 new fatalities
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe NHS England has issued statements about 10 more people who have died of coronavirus across the country, as the death toll almost doubles to 21.
They include a patient in his 80s at the Countess of Chester Hospital in Chester, two patients at Barts Hospital in London and other hospitals in the Midlands and London and the south east.
Professor Chris Whitty, England's chief medical officer said: "I understand this increase in the number of deaths linked to Covid-19 will be a cause for concern for many. "The public should know every measure we are taking is seeking to save lives and protect the most vulnerable. "Every single one of us has a role to play in achieving this. "If you have a new continuous cough or high temperature, please stay
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