Sheffield's coronavirus death toll rises as 79 more deaths are announced in England

Sheffield’s coronavirus death toll has risen again following the announcement of another 79 fatalities across England.

By Claire Lewis

Published 16th Jun 2020, 16:23 BST

Updated 16th Jun 2020, 16:23 BST

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According to NHS England, 282 hospital patients have died in Sheffield during the coronavirus pandemic – up one since yesterday

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The death toll for the UK now stands at 41,736.

NHS England has released the latest coronavirus death figures

NHS England has released the latest coronavirus death figures

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There have been 210 deaths in Doncaster, which is five more than yesterday and the joint highest increase reported in England today.

A total of 184 patients who tested positive for Covid-19 in Rotherham have now died, which is an increase of two and 136 patients have died in Barnsley, which is two more than yesterday.

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Lockdown measures have gradually eased this week, with the opening of more shops.

The next lockdown announcement is due on July 4, when pubs and restaurants may be allowed to re-open.

A review of the two metre social distancing rule is currently under way.

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