Scientists believe a new variant of Omicron is emerging at a rate where it could soon overtake its predecessor with more than 400 cases found in the UK.
Known as Omicron BA.2, the new variant has been identified in more than 420 cases in the UK since November and is believed to be multiplying in some parts of Europe and India.
BA.2 was last week classified as a "variant under investigation" by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). the Mirror reports.
