Covid-19 Test and Trace programme is unlawful, government admits
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I am fairly sure that for most countries the government wouldn't have the authority to declare "social distancing" either, but it still might be smart to follow that advice.
edit: "[...] sharing screenshots of confidential patient data (containing the names, NHS numbers, contact details and case IDs of those who have tested positive for the virus) on Facebook and WhatsApp groups because “shambolic” training"
This is concerning to say the least...