Coronavirus Cases Drop, But Still Above National Average

Coronavirus cases across Harborough are continuing to drop, but not as fast as other part of the country.

The latest weekly infection rate (to November 25th) is 216 per 100,000 people – down from 294 in the previous seven days – but still above the national average of 165.

The District remains in the top half of a list of 315 local authority areas in the country – with it having the 64^th highest rate.

Leicestershire is due to enter the toughest Tier Three restrictions tomorrow and public health bosses say the rate must drop considerably, if there is a chance for that to change, when it is reviewed in two weeks time.

Harborough District Council Leader Phil King say the government has pledged to look closely at the rates: