Latest news Covid: Care Home restrictions easing in England

With effect from Monday 31 January 2022, the Covid restrictions on adult social care will be eased, as announced by the Government in the latest rolling back of Plan B curbs in England.

Key HIGHLIGHTS:

o   No limit on the visitor numbers at care homes

o   Self-isolation periods reduced

o   Care home outbreak management rules reduced to 14 days from 28

o   By Wednesday 16 February, care workers will use LFD tests before shifts start, replacing the current system which includes the use of weekly asymptomatic PCR tests

 

Each of the UK Nations set their own rules.

For more information visit: Gov.uk Coronavirus (Covid 19) latest updates and guidance