Patrick Vallance speaks at COVID-19 press briefing

The video discusses the increase in hospital admissions in England, particularly in December, due to COVID-19. It highlights the rapid rise in case rates in Tier 4 areas, including London and the Southeast, and the impact of lockdowns. The video also covers the new COVID-19 variant, which has 23 mutations affecting the virus's protein and binding capabilities.

What trend can be observed in hospital admissions from September to December?

What does the solid blue line represent in the case rate graph?

How did the case rate change in London and the Southeast during December?

What are the implications of the rapid increase in hospital admissions?

What is significant about the new variant of the virus mentioned?