The United Kingdom’s COVID-19 death toll has hit 55,873, including suspected cases, according to a Reuters tally of official data sources that underline the country’s status as one of the worst hit in the world.
The Reuters tally comprises fatalities where COVID-19 was mentioned on death certificates in England, Wales and Northern Ireland up to July 3, and up to July 5. It also includes more recent hospital deaths.
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The government’s daily toll, which only records deaths following positive coronavirus tests, stands at 44,830.
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