Britain reports 10,000 new Omicron cases

By Samantha Allen

Published: December 19, 2021 | 9:04 AM GMT

Britain has reported more than 10,000 new Omicron coronavirus cases as the new variant-related death toll rose to seven.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), confirmed an additional 10,059 cases of the new variant, taking the total number detected to 24,968.

According to official figures released, “The country registered 90,418 coronavirus cases in the latest 24-hour period, the second time cases have been higher than 90,000, bringing the total number of coronavirus cases in the country to 11,279,428.

“The total number of coronavirus-related deaths in Britain now stands at 147,173, with 7,611 COVID-19 patients still in hospital.

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The latest figures came as London mayor, Sadiq Khan, declared a major incident in the British capital following a huge surge in COVID-19 cases fuelled by the fast-spreading Omicron coronavirus variant.

A major incident enables different public agencies to cooperate and coordinate more closely, but also acts as a warning that emergency services and hospitals are unable to guarantee their normal level of response due to unusual circumstances.

Khan said in the past 24 hours London had logged more than 26,000 new infections, the largest number since the coronavirus pandemic began.

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Britain reports 10,000 new Omicron cases

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.