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Stronger measures introduced in parts of the North East to tackle rising infection rates
New restrictions will be introduced in parts of the north-east of England to curb rising infection rates.
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More than £500 million for social care to reduce coronavirus transmission over winter
Care providers will be given an extra £546 million to bolster infection control and help protect residents and staff throughout winter.
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New funding to help hospitals introduce digital prescribing
More patients and healthcare staff will benefit from single electronic patient records as 7 hospital trusts receive a share of £8.7 million to introduce digital records and e-prescribing.
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Local restrictions: areas with an outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19)
A list of areas with additional local restrictions. Includes information for local authorities, residents and workers about what to do and how to manage the outbreak.
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