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UK official coronavirus death toll passes 39,000 as 111 more die in 24 hours

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The UK's official coronavirus death toll has risen by 111 as Brits enjoy the first day of the less strict lockdown rules. The Department of Health this afternoon said the death toll since the start of the coronavirus pandemic has risen to 39,045.

The recorded deaths took place in hospitals, care homes and the wider community after the deceased tested positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 5pm on Sunday.

The figure was up by 556 from the 38,489 deaths announced on Sunday after 113 deaths were reported overnight into Sunday. But Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the figures had increased by only 111.

The Department of Health has yet to explain the discrepancy. Follow our live blog for the latest coronavirus updates throughout the day In

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