New Variant Of Coronavirus In UK: All You Need To Know

Covid-19 has undergone many mutations over the year, but the appearance of the new variant in the United Kingdom has raised alarm world over.

The new variant VUI - 202012/01, also known as lineage B.1.1.7, is suspected to be the reason behind the sharp rise in cases in the country.  Here's all you need to know.

First Published Dec 21, 2020, 9:02 PM IST | Last Updated Dec 21, 2020, 9:02 PM IST

Covid-19 has undergone many mutations over the year, but the appearance of the new variant in the United Kingdom has raised alarm world over. The new variant VUI - 202012/01, also known as lineage B.1.1.7, is suspected to be the reason behind the sharp rise in cases in the country.  Here's all you need to know.