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International Travel Guidance

All UK covid-19 travel restrictions will be removed from 4am Friday 18 March. Find out more about the changes.
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Living with Covid-19: lifting of restrictions

On February 21 the Prime Minister announced the next steps for living with Covid-19, including the lifting of restrictions in England. Find out about the timeline of regulation changes and how to keep yourself and other safe.
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Coronavirus: supporting parents and carers of children with SEND

The shielding programme ended in England on 15 September 2021. This means that people who were previously considered clinically extremely vulnerable (CEV) will not be advised to shield in the future or follow specific guidance.
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What is Long Covid?

Long Covid (also known as Post-Covid Syndrome) consists of symptoms similar to those of Covid-19, which last for more than 12 weeks after a Covid infection.
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AstraZeneca Vaccine Guidance

The benefits of the AstraZeneca vaccine far outweigh the risks for most people. Healthy adults under 40, with no health conditions may be offered an alternative vaccine. Find out more
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Domestic abuse and coronavirus

As a result of coronavirus outbreak, many victims of Domestic Abuse face additional challenges and barriers to accessing support.
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Accessible formats of coronavirus guidance

Please see below for coronavirus guidance available in accessible formats, including BSL, audio guidance, easy read, large print and translations. You can also find essential helplines and contact numbers at the bottom of the page.
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