UK reports 52,618 new COVID-19 cases, 1,162 deaths

The United Kingdom recorded 52,618 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday and 1,162 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for the virus, according to official data.

Wednesday's data had shown 62,322 new coronavirus infections and 1,041 deaths.

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