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More academic rifts emerge on how to tackle second wave

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Government scientists explain need for strict Covid-19 regulations for everyone, while others want targeted measures

The government must urgently reconsider its approach to tackling Covid-19 in the UK, some scientists have warned ahead of today’s Downing Street briefing.

In an open letter to prime minister Boris Johnson, a group of academics describes the existing policy path as “inconsistent with the known risk profile of Covid-19”.

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