Coronavirus: Deaths of hospital patients rises by 552 in England
Another 552 people have died in England’s hospitals after contracting coronavirus – bringing the total to 19,301.
70 more people have died with COVID-19 in Scotland taking the total to 1,332. And 17 more people have passed away in Wales – putting the deal toll at 813.
The latest figures for Northern Ireland have not yet been released.
The true number of people who have died with the virus including in care homes, hospices and the community – is believed to be higher.
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In its latest estimate, the Office for National Statistics calculated the death toll as of 17 April was 52% higher than the figure released by the government.
It found 21,284 people died with the virus by that date, compared to the figure of 13,917 of hospital patient deaths announced on that date.
