Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Changes to self-isolation 

From Monday 17 January, people with COVID-19 in England can end their self-isolation after five full days, as long as they test negative on day 5 and day 6 and do not have a temperature.

Individuals who are still positive on their rapid lateral flow tests must stay in isolation until they have had 2 consecutive negative tests taken on separate days. 

Read more about self-isolation changes on gov.uk (opens in a new window).

We are still in Plan B in response to the risks of the Omicron variant

This means:

• face coverings are required by law in most indoor settings
• workers who can work from home should do so
• certain venues and events are required by law to check that all visitors aged 18 years or over are fully vaccinated, or have proof of a negative test in the last 48 hours, or have an exemption

COVID-19 remains a serious health risk. You should stay cautious to help protect yourself and others.

• get vaccinated as soon as you are eligible
  • get boosted now - a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is available for everyone aged 18 and over, and some people aged 16 and over, who have had 2 doses of the vaccine at least 3 months ago.
  • everyone aged 16 and over can get a 1st and 2nd dose of a vaccine.
  • single doses are being offered to all 12 to 15 year-olds
• meeting outdoors is safer, if you meet indoors, let fresh air in
• get tested and follow self-isolate rules if you have tested positive for the Omicron variants
• stay at home if you are unwell
• regularly wash your hands, if you can't use soap and water, wash your hand with alcohol-based hand sanitiser containing at least 70% alcohol
• download and use the NHS COVID-19 App

Advice and guidance

Information specific to Worcestershire

Specific guidance

Further advice and guidance