COVID-19: Mystery sixth person in UK with Brazilian COVID-19 'variant of concern' is found

Friday, 5 March 2021 16:15

A sixth person in the UK who tested positive for a Brazilian coronavirus "variant of concern" has been found.

The COVID-19 variant, first seen in the city of Manaus, is thought to spread more rapidly than the original virus and to be more capable of evading existing vaccines.

In total, six cases of the P1 coronavirus variant have been confirmed - three in England and three in Scotland.

All five of the previously identified cases are linked to travel from Brazil to the UK.

Earlier this week, the health secretary told MPs that "five of these six people quarantined at home as they were legally required to do".

Matt Hancock added: "Unfortunately one of these six cases completed a test but didn't successfully complete the contact details."

Sky News

Local News

Milton Keynes company to take on UK’s Three Peaks in £10k pledge for Brain Tumour Research
A cohort of employees from Milton Keynes company, Autotech Group, are preparing to take on their most arduous fundraising event to date with many of the team embarking upon the Three Peaks Challenge.
PRO EV assists Milton Keynes schools to get up to £100,000 funding to install public EV charge points
Since the government launched electric vehicle (EV) charge point funding for state-funded schools and education institutions, Pro EV have installed hundreds of EV charging stations, helping schools in Milton Keynes to go green and improve infrastructure.
Slug & Lettuce to host the next Meet of MK, to showcase their corporate event offerings!
The Meet of MK, sponsored by Facilities Management Solutions, will be held at Slug & Lettuce, The Hub Milton Keynes on Thursday 30th of May for their summer showcase!
Local charity in Milton Keynes encourages people to write a Will this May
Willen Hospice are encouraging local people to take advantage of their Make a Will Month offer this May.
Campbell Park in Milton Keynes turns 40
Campbell Park in the heart of the city turns 40 on 4th May 2024, and to celebrate this milestone birthday The Parks Trust have rounded up 40 facts about the city’s central park!
Little Superheros from as young as four years old, will be taking part in the MK Marathon Fun run this weekend, to support St Mark's Meals Charity
Teams from as young as four years old will put on their running shoes and become superheroes for the day to take part in the MK Marathon Fun Run to support St Mark's Meals Charity.
Top Ten reasons to #LoveMK announced
Destination Milton Keynes (DMK), the official tourism organisation for MK, is once again asking the people of Milton Keynes to help celebrate #LoveMK Day today, Thursday 2 May 2024, on the biggest one-day social media celebration of all things Milton Keynes!
Gulliver’s Land in Milton Keynes, set for ‘Massive Mouse-ive May’ with host of exciting events and special offers!
A fun-packed month of activities and special offers awaits families visiting Gulliver’s Land during ‘Massive Mouse-ive May’, including a huge 40% discount off children’s tickets pre-booked for Spring Bank Holiday week.
Spring’s sprung, time to head outdoors for seasonal fun with the Park's Trust Milton Keynes
If you’re looking to keep the family entertained this Spring or over half term, look no further than the city’s beautiful parkland! The Parks Trust, the charity caring for green spaces in Milton Keynes, hosts a heap of activities including free and low-cost ways to get outdoors.
Craig David announces commitment tour and is coming to Milton Keynes!
Craig David has announced his brand new Commitment UK arena tour with special guest Lemar and is coming to The Marshall Arena on the 7th February 2025.
Which roads will be closed for the Milton Keynes Marathon on Bank holiday weekend?
With the Milton Keynes Marathon returning on Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May, a number of roads will be closed.
Police appeal for witnesses following a robbery in Milton Keynes
The incident occurred at approximately 10.20pm on Friday 19 April at Briar Hill in Stacey Bushes.