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UK government introduces emergency coronavirus legislation with broad powers

The British government has introduced the Coronavirus Bill 2019–21, granting extensive emergency powers to manage the pandemic, including the ability to close ports and airports, enforce isolation, and allow medical staff to work without full registration.

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NewsUK government introduces emergency coronavirus legislation with broad powers

The British government has introduced the Coronavirus Bill 2019–21, granting extensive emergency powers to manage the pandemic, including the ability to close ports and airports, enforce isolation, and allow medical staff to work without full registration.

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