This is reported by Sky News with reference to the UK Health Safety Agency (UKSA).
Cases of the omicron strain have been reported in eight regions of England.
Earlier in Scotland, six cases of infection with the new COVID-19 strain were detected.
The British authorities have tightened the rules for entering the United Kingdom in connection with the spread of a new strain of coronavirus infection "omicron".
The UK also signed deals with Moderna and Pfizer to purchase an additional 114 million doses of coronavirus vaccines.