What do we know about the new COVID-19 variant? The government has confirmed that a new variant of the COVID-19 virus is behind the surge in cases in the south-east of England. GPonline looks at what we know so far. by Emma Bower Sign in to continue Sign In Email address Password Stay signed in Trouble signing in? Reset password: Click here Need help? Email us Register FREE Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Register Now Take a 30-day trial Join MIMS now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Join GPOnline now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Sign Up Sign Up