New Coronavirus variant identified in Yorkshire and Humberside

Public health experts are investigating another new variant of coronavirus.

49 cases have been identified, mostly in Yorkshire and the Humber.

We're told it's been known about since April, but its origin still hasn't been confirmed.

Public Health England says there is no evidence to suggest the vaccines don't work against the new strain.

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