NHS England's medical director has reiterated the importance of adhering to the latest advice and guidance issued by the government.
09.03.2020 - 18:15 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Premier League games are unlikely to go behind closed doors due to the coronavirus in the near future.
A Cobra meeting was chaired this morning as UK Government officials discussed their coronavirus strategy with sporting authorities present.
The option of staging sporting events behind closed doors was discussed but it has been confirmed that such a plan will not be taken imminently.
The UK Government remains in the contain phase of coronavirus as the advice remains the same such as the plea
NHS England's medical director has reiterated the importance of adhering to the latest advice and guidance issued by the government.
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