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Nottingham’s weekly rate of new Covid-19 cases has become the highest in England, but lockdown measures have yet to be announced.
A total of 2,294 new cases were recorded in the seven days to October 5, the figures show, the equivalent of 689.1 cases per 100,000 people.
It marks a large increase of 407 new cases in the previous seven days (the week through September 28), or 122.3 per 100,000 people.
The city is also far ahead of the area with the second highest rate, Knowsley, which now has 601.2 cases per 100,000 residents.
The government says coronavirus rates are rising faster in Nottinghamshire than in other parts of England.
On Thursday (October 8), a government spokesman said it was working with local leaders and experts to “agree on the best way to suppress the virus locally.”
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He said: “We are seeing an increase in coronavirus cases across the country, but rates are increasing faster in Nottingham and the surrounding county than in other parts of England.
“It is vital that everyone in the area follow the advice of the local authority, practice social distancing, cover their faces when necessary, and get tested for symptoms.
“We are constantly monitoring the data in Nottinghamshire and in light of increasing cases, we are working hard with local leaders and public health experts to agree on the best way to suppress the virus locally, and the local authority has everything. our endorsement and support “.
Politicians and neighbors have also spoken of the worrying increase.
Leaked government documents have revealed when new local restrictions are expected to be introduced across the county.
The documents state that the government is expected to announce the new local measures on Monday, October 12, which will take effect from Wednesday, October 14.
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