New Zealand PM says she understands frustration at people who have not followed Covid rules but argues against punishment

New Zealand’s prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, has reprimanded rule-breakers over the recent cluster of coronavirus cases, leading to further restrictions for Auckland.

The city re-entered lockdown with level-three restrictions in place for at least a week from Sunday following the discovery of a community case of unknown origin.

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