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Curfew Could Be Introduced In London To Prevent Second Wave Of Coronavirus

16 September 2020
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London could face curfews as it’s been revealed that more restrictions could be put in place to prevent a second coronavirus wave.

The news comes after the new imposed rule, which limits gatherings to a maximum of six people.

Professor Kevin Fenton, London Director of Public Health England, explained that although London was ‘phenomenal’ in dealing with the first wave, they must act now to reduce the number of infections in the capital.

The curfew would put an end to late night gatherings at pubs and restaurants, decreasing the amount of social interaction. 

In an interview with the Evening Standard, Professor Kevin Fenton said, “Before we get to that stage there are many other things you can do in order to help to reduce the risk of transmission and contain your outbreak.

“In some areas which have seen a resurgence in coronavirus cases there have been limits placed on the amount of time you can spend socialising. In some it might be local curfews so you’re not out drinking until the wee hours of the morning.

“By limiting that you also limit the amount of time people are spending in close contact with others.” 

Mr Fenton warned that although 278 positive cases were recorded in London on Tuesday (September 15), the figure for those with the virus may be higher due to test shortages.

Whilst he expressed that there would need to be further measures to prevent transmission in the workplace and also a large rise infections due to around 500,000 students coming back to the capital for university, he declared that “the aim was to avoid lockdowns in London given their economic, health and well-being impact.”

Prime Minister Boris Johnson also stated that the financial consequences of a second national lockdown “would be nothing short of disastrous.”