By Q Radio news
It's thought a coronavirus strain first detected in India will be elevated to a 'variant of concern' after clusters were found in the UK.
Seven cases were discovered in Northern Ireland yesterday and in England - largely linked to travel.
If its rating changes, there could be an escalation in response - including surge testing.
Meanwhile, people hoping for a summer holiday abroad will discover later which countries they can visit without having to quarantine on their return.
The government's due to publish its delayed traffic-light system for England - which will apply from the 17th.
It's thought Portugal, Iceland, Malta, Israel and Gibraltar will be on the green list, meaning one Covid test is needed after returning home.
It's thought a coronavirus strain first detected in India will be elevated to a 'variant of concern' after clusters were found in the UK.https://t.co/2azqQ4hYBB
— Q Radio News (@qnewsdesk) May 7, 2021
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