China bars entry to most British residents over coronavirus

China is barring entry for most British residents as coronavirus cases spike in the United Kingdom. Great Britain currently has one of the highest COVID-19 death rates in Europe. U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a second monthlong lockdown after the Department of Health reported topping 1 million cases since the pandemic began ADVERTISEMENT The new suspension applies to non-Chinese nationals in the U.K. holding visas or residence permits issued before Tuesday, the Chinese Embassy in London said . Entry holders of other visas will still be allowed, including diplomatic and service visas. Foreign nationals who seek to visit the…