COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 has not gone away and is likely to remain with us globally.

Even though restrictions have been lifted, you should do all you can to keep yourself and others safe.

Help us to continue to disrupt the transmission of the virus by:

  • Self-isolating when you feel unwell.
  • Wearing masks in crowded places.
  • Keeping up to date with your vaccinations.

Continuing with protective behaviours is important and will help to minimise exposure to and spread of COVID-19, as well as other respiratory infections and other diseases

What you should do if you have symptoms of COVID-19

If you have any of the main symptoms of COVID-19, you should self-isolate and take a lateral flow test (LFT).

You can order LFTs online or call 119 between 07:00 and 23:00 (calls are free).

Continue to self-isolate until you get your LFT test result.

The main symptoms of COVID-19 are:

  • A high temperature.
  • A continuous cough.
  • Loss or change of taste or smell.

If you have a negative LFT test

You can leave self-isolation immediately.

If you test positive on any COVID-19 test (PCR or LFT)

  • You should self-isolate for 5 full days. Day 1 is the day after your symptoms started or the day after you had the test, if you do not have symptoms (whichever is earlier).
  • Take a lateral flow test (LFT) on day 5.