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UK reports 16,703 new COVID cases, highest since February

COVID-19 vaccinations in London
COVID-19 vaccinations in London

LONDON (Reuters) – Britain recorded 16,703 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, marking the highest total since early February, according to government data.

There were also 21 deaths reported within 28 days of a positive test, up from 19 on Wednesday.

(Reporting by Andy Bruce)