- A leaked internal report from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reveals there have been 340 suspected measles cases in London since the start of 2026.
- The report indicates that 34 confirmed measles cases were linked to a single school in Enfield, north London, between 20 January and 7 February this year.
- Overall, 123 of the 340 suspected cases in London have been confirmed, with the majority affecting children aged one to four, and 42 cases occurring in children from the most deprived areas.
- Between January 2024 and February 2026, England recorded 1,117 measles cases, with 597 in London, contributing to the UK losing its measles elimination status.
- Health officials are urging parents to vaccinate their children, as low MMRV vaccine uptake, particularly in areas like Hackney and Enfield, is a significant factor in the outbreak.
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