England
Travel restrictions
There are no travel bans in place in the UK.
From June 8th, 2020, individuals arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days and may be contacted to verify compliance. New arrivals will be required to provide UK officials with contact and travel information upon arrival. Anyone failing to complete the information form or adhere to the new policy may be denied UK entry or be subject to fines. For complete details, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/uk-border-control
Measures taken by the government
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) advises British people travelling abroad to return to the UK now, if commercial flights are still available. This advice was published on March 23rd and takes effect immediately.
As of midnight on March 23rd, 2020 the following restrictions have been announced by the Government of the United Kingdom in an effort to halt the growth of the coronavirus. The restrictions are in place for three weeks and then will be re-examined by the Government.
People will only be allowed to leave their home for the following very limited purposes:
shopping for basic necessities, as infrequently as possible
one form of exercise a day – for example a run, walk, or cycle – alone or with members of your household;
any medical need, to provide care or to help a vulnerable person; and
travelling to and from work, but only where this is absolutely necessary and cannot be done from home.
On May 10th, UK Prime Minister Johnson addressed the public and announced a three-step plan to reopen society conditioned on the reproduction and infection rates of COVID-19.
In step three, no earlier than July and subject to conditions and further scientific advice, the UK government may re-open at least some of the hospitality industry and other public places, provided they are safe and enforce social distancing.
As of Monday, June 15th all travelers must wear face covering on public transport and on aircraft. Passengers using taxis and private hire vehicles should also use a face covering for the duration of their journey.
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
In Wales call 111 (if available in your area) or 0845 46 47
Source:
US Embassy in the UK https://uk.usembassy.gov/covid-19-coronavirus-information/
Published on July 2nd (checked on July 2nd)
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