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Updated 21 October: Working safely during coronavirus (Covid-19)
Central Government guidance to help employers, employees and the self-employed understand how to work safely during the coronavirus pandemic.
Published 21 October
Updated 16 October: Face coverings in education
Guidance on the use of face coverings for schools and other education institutions that teach people in Years 7 and above in England. Published 26 Augu..
Published 20 October
Actions for early years and childcare providers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
What childcare services early years settings, childminders and local authorities need to provide during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Published 20 October
Updated 16 October: COVID-19: guidance on supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing
Advice on looking after the mental health and wellbeing of children or young people during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Published 29 March 2020..
Published 20 October
COVID-19: guidance for the public on mental health and wellbeing
Advice and information on how to look after your mental health and wellbeing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Published 20 October
Updated 15 October: Protective measures for holiday or after-school clubs and other out-of-school settings for children during Covid-19
Protective measures for providers of community activities, holiday or after-school clubs, tuition and other out-of-school settings offering provision to chil..
Published 20 October
Updated 15 October: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for children's social care services
Advice about coronavirus (COVID-19) for local authorities and their partners to help support and protect vulnerable children. Published 3 April 202..
Published 20 October
Updated 16 October: COVID-19: guidance for the safe use of places of worship during the pandemic
Published 4 July 2020 Last updated 16 October 2020 — see all updates This guidance is designed to enable the safe reopening of places of worship for a broader range of activities and i..
Published 20 October
Visiting care homes during coronavirus
Guidance for making arrangements for limited visits for care homes with the support of their director of public health. ..
Published 20 October
Updated 15 October: Providing apprenticeships during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
This document sets out guidance for apprentices, employers, training providers and assessment organisations in response to the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19). Publishe..
Published 20 October
Updated 20 October: PPE Portal: how to order emergency personal protective equipment
Healthcare providers can order additional personal protective equipment (PPE) through the portal to top up their existing supplies for COVID-19 in an emergency. Published 5 June 2020 Last upda..
Published 20 October
Full list of local COVID alert levels by area
The areas in England listed as local COVID alert level high and local COVID alert level very high.
Published 20 October
Local authority preparations for Remembrance Sunday
Information for councils in England on how to ensure those hosting local Remembrance events can do so safely.
Published 20 October
Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing: privacy information
Privacy notice for NHS Test and Trace virus testing for all users of the service.
Published 20 October
Updated 19 October: Guidance for small marriages and civil partnerships
This guidance is designed to assist people planning to get married or form a civil partnership in England. Published 29 June 2020 Last updated 19 October 2020 — see all updates
Published 20 October
Updated 13 October: COVID-19: Guidance for managing playgrounds and outdoor gyms
Guidance for owners and operators of playgrounds and outdoor gyms to enable their use from 4 July while minimising the transmission risk of coronavirus (COVI..
Published 20 October
Updated 14 October: Coronavirus (COVID-19): safer travel guidance for passengers
Walking, cycling, and travelling in vehicles or on public transport during the coronavirus outbreak. Published 12 May 2020 Last updated 14 October 2020 — see all updates
Published 20 October
Updated 13 October: COVID-19: Guidance for the safe use of council buildings
Guidance for those managing council buildings Published 30 June 2020 Last updated 13 October 2020 — see all updates
Published 19 October
Local COVID Alert Levels
Find out what restrictions are in place if you live in an area where the local COVID alert level is medium/ high/ very high. Medium: ..
Published 19 October
Updated 9 October: Maintaining records of staff, customers and visitors to support NHS Test and Trace
Designated venues in certain sectors must have a system in place to request and record contact details of their customers, visitors and staff to help break t..
Published 19 October
Updated 12 October: Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice to local authorities on prioritising waste collections
A guide to help local authorities and other waste collectors prioritise their waste collection services during the coronavirus pandemic. Published 7 April 2020 Last updated 12 October 2020 — se..
Published 19 October
Updated 9 October: Help and support if your business is affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)
Watch videos and register for the free webinars to learn more about the support available to help you deal with the economic impacts of coronavirus. ..
Published 19 October
Updated 18 October: Coronavirus (COVID-19): travel corridors
You do not have to self-isolate on arrival in England if these are the only places you have been to or stopped in during the previous 14 days. Published 3 July 2020 Last updated 18 October 2020 ..
Published 19 October
Updated 15 October: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for local government
Guidance for local councils during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Published 17 March 2020 Last updated 15 October 2020 — see all updates
Published 19 October
COVID-19: Local authority compliance and enforcement grant
Information and guidance on the £30 million grant to local authorities for compliance and enforcement activities.
Published 19 October
Updated 13 October: COVID-19: Guidance for the safe use of multi-purpose community facilities
Guidance for those managing community centres, village halls and other community facilities on safely re-opening multi-purpose buildings. Published 30 June 2020 Last updated 13 October 2020 — s..
Published 19 October
Local COVID alert levels: what you need to know
The Government has introduced a 3-tier Coronavirus set of rules for England – Medium, High and Very High. Information on local COVID alert levels, including what they mean, why they are being i..
Published 14 October
Updated 2 October: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Check if you can claim for your employees' wages through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme https://www.gov...
Published 08 October
Laptops, tablets and 4G wireless routers provided during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for local authorities, academy trusts and schools on managing Department for Education (DfE) devices provided for children, families and young adult..
Published 08 October
Get laptops and tablets for children who cannot attend school due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
How schools, colleges, academy trusts and local authorities can access digital devices for children who are learning remotely.
Published 08 October
Updated 1 October: Actions for schools during the coronavirus outbreak
What all schools will need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak from the start of the autumn term. Published 2 July 2020 Last updated 1 October 2020 — see all updates
Published 08 October
Updated 1 October: NHS COVID-19 app: privacy information
Privacy notice and data protection impact assessment for the NHS COVID-19 mobile app. Published 13 August 2020 Last updated 1 October 2020 — see all up..
Published 08 October
Updated 1 October: NHS test and trace statistics (England): methodology
How the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) puts together the contact tracing data in its weekly reports. Published 18 June 2020 Last updated 1 October 2020 — see all updates
Published 02 October
Updated 30 September: OPSS coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for business and local authorities
Guidance on how OPSS is supporting businesses and local authorities and protecting consumers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Published 27 March 2020 Last up..
Published 02 October
Updated 1 October: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on the phased return of sport and recreation
Guidance for the public, providers of outdoor sport facilities, elite athletes, personal trainers and coaches on the phased return of sport and recreation. ..
Published 02 October
Updated 29 September: Reporting outbreaks of coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for businesses and organisations on how to recognise, contain and report incidents of coronavirus (COVID-19). Published 24 July 2020 Last updated 29 September 2020 — see all update..
Published 02 October
Updated 29 September: Planning Inspectorate guidance
In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), The Planning Inspectorate has published guidance on site visits, hearings, inquiries and events. P..
Published 02 October
Updated 30 September: NHS Test and Trace service in the workplace
Guidance on the NHS Test and Trace service for employers, businesses and workers. Published 27 May 2020 Last updat..
Published 02 October
Updated 29 September: COVID-19: guidance on shielding and protecting people defined on medical grounds as extremely vulnerable
Information for shielding and protecting people defined on medical grounds as extremely vulnerable from COVID-19. Published 21 March 2020 Last updated..
Published 02 October
Updated 28 September: Management of staff and exposed patients and residents in health and social care settings
Guidance on the management of staff, patients and residents who have been exposed to Covid-19. Published 4 April 2020 Last updated 28 September 2020..
Published 02 October
Updated 28 September: Guidance for parents and carers of children attending out-of-school settings during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and Protective Measures put in place to support this
Guidance for parents and carers of children attending community activities, holiday or after-school clubs, tuition and other out-of-school settings: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/gu..
Published 02 October
Updated 28 September 2020: Critical workers who can access schools or educational settings
List of critical workers (key workers) who can send their children to school or other educational settings during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Published 19 March 2020 Last updated 28 Sep..
Published 02 October
Check if you're eligible for the coronavirus Local Restrictions Support Grant
The Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG) supports businesses that have been required to close due to temporary COVID-19 local lockdown restrictions impose..
Published 25 September
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Local Restrictions Support Grant - guidance for local authorities
Guidance for local authorities setting out details of the Local Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG).
Published 25 September
Updated 24 September: Coronavirus (COVID-19): countries and territories exempt from advice against ‘all but essential’ international travel
The FCO updated its global advisory against ‘all but essential’ travel, exempting destinations that no longer pose an unacceptably high risk for British travellers. Published 3 July 2020 Last ..
Published 25 September
Updated 24 September: Closing certain businesses and venues in England
Guidance on the closure of certain businesses and venues as part of further social distancing measures, and on the further easing of coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions in July and August 2020. ..
Published 25 September
Updated 23 September: NHS test and trace: how it works
An overview of the NHS test and trace service, including what happens if you test positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) or have had close contact with someone who has tested positive. Published 2..
Published 25 September
Adult Social Care Infection Control Fund
Sets out the infection control measures that the infection control fund will support, including information on the distribution of funds and reporting requir..
Published 25 September
Updated 18 September: Actions for FE colleges and providers during the coronavirus outbreak
Guidance for further education (FE) providers on maintaining education and skills training, changes to funding arrangements, data collections and assessment. Published 23 March 2020 Last updat..
Published 22 September