let s take a look at the latest coronavirus figures in the uk. there were a1 278 new cases in the past 2a hours. 166 deaths were reported within 28 days of a covid test. 86.8% of people aged 12 and over have received their first vaccination; whilst 79.a% have been fully vaccinated. 7 million 56a a23 have had their third boosterjab. the prime minister says he s spoken to the queen this week and that she s on very good form. yesterday, buckingham palace announced the 95 year old would not undertake official visits for a fortnight. speaking in rome, mrjohnson said the important thing was she had to follow the advice of her doctors and get some rest . i spoke to her majesty, as i do every week, this week and she s on very good form. she s just got to follow the advice of her doctors and get some rest, and i think that s
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