The British government health adviser warned that the country could hardly relax the blockade until at least the end of May because Covid-19 was seriously affected.
"We want to move into a new situation but at least by the end of May, when we can introduce some less drastic measures, more dependent on technology and testing, to replace the order. The blockade is completely present, "Neil Ferguson, a professor at Imperial College London, told BBC Radio today.
Ferguson said the UK is making many moves to consider replacing existing strict community isolation measures, but insists this can only be done when the number of nCoV infections decreases.
The British government has declared a nationwide blockade, demanding the closure of pubs, restaurants and nearly all shops do not provide supplies, while banning gatherings and suggesting people stay home otherwise There is a need.
Graham Medley, another senior government adviser, expressed concern at the same day that Britain could put itself in the "no clear exit" corner when taking measures of economic and mental damage to most. citizen.
Covid-19 has appeared in more than 200 countries and territories with the focus of the US and European countries. He currently records more than 38,000 cases and more than 3,600 deaths from nCoV.
Queen Elizabeth II will give a rare speech to the country on April 5 amid the increasingly serious situation of Covid-19. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Health Secretary Matt Hancock and Prince Charles have all been infected with nCoV.