Daily cases decrease compared to last week as booster roll-out expands to younger age groups

The UK has reported 42,583 new Covid-19 cases and 35 deaths in the latest daily update. These figures show a drop compared to the same day last week, when 44,917 cases and 45 deaths were recorded.

Since the pandemic began, the total number of confirmed cases has risen to 10,189,059, while the death toll, counting those who passed away within 28 days of a positive Covid test, stands at 144,810.

Amid growing concerns over the Omicron variant, health authorities have recommended expanding booster vaccinations to all adults. On Sunday, 285,335 booster doses were administered, an increase from last Sunday’s 237,995. In total, approximately 17.9 million people in the UK have received a booster or third vaccine dose.

Additionally, 29,445 second doses were given, bringing the number of fully vaccinated individuals in Britain to 46,341,057.

The Omicron variant continues to spread, with 11 cases now confirmed in the UK, including two in London. Authorities anticipate identifying more cases in the coming days.