Virologist warns: British and Irish Lions tour is neither feasable nor safe

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Virologist warns: British and Irish Lions tour is neither feasable nor safe

The British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa poses a considerable risk to the health and safety of the public in Ireland and the United Kingdom according to experts.

Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

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