The latest figures from the government show 335 infections, up from 203 Wednesday morning, and the number of confirmed deaths has doubled in the same period from 2 to 4.

Wednesday morning's update saw the numbers increase from 140 to 203 in roughly 24 hours, an increase of 63 cases. Today, the number of confirmed infections has reached 335 - an increase of 132. The number of deaths has sadly also increased from two to four. The ages of the victims has not yet been specified.

Prime Minister Xavier Bettel held a press conference last night in which he declared a state of emergency as the number of cases is rapidly increasing. This now needs to be green lit by the chamber of deputies. Bettel also stressed the importance of staying at home to the fullest extent possible, and issued a reminder that steep fines can be levied on those who fail to adhere to this recommendation.

We are expecting another government press conference this morning, which is to be led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Internal Security Francois Bausch. More details on that to come.

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