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Thompsons Covid-19 Updates
Thompsons are continuing to communicate with both customers and suppliers.
This portal has been designed specifically for staff so we can communicate coherently to all of our team what decisions are being made within the business surrounding the COV1D-19 outbreak. In addition to this so that you are kept well informed with official advice we have also linked the feed to update with Government updates every 5 minutes.
Please keep checking in here for both Company & Official Government updates.
It is important that we all work together and act responsibly. As a business we are doing as much as we can to stop the spread of this outbreak and we ask our staff to try and make smart choices in order to protect themselves.
Uncertain times also bring opportunities so whilst it may seem like ‘doom and gloom’, this crisis will pass. As a business are in an extremely strong position and are structured in a way that will allow us to come through this in a positive manner.
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Advice for manufacturers, members of the public and professional users of software or apps being used during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: £7 million for new coalition of vulnerable children’s charities
Funding package for targeted help to young people and their families most affected by coronavirus
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News story
News story: Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport
From 15 June, face coverings will be required while using public transport in England.
Face coverings will be required on public transport from 15 June 2020..
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News story
News story: UK aid-backed drone technology supports Ghana’s coronavirus fight
A partnership between UK aid and Gavi: the Vaccine Alliance, is supporting the Government of Ghana to use Zipline drones to collect coronavirus test samples.
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Guidance
Guidance: Initial teacher training (ITT): criteria and supporting advice
Mandatory guidance on the criteria that organisations must meet to provide initial teacher training (ITT).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 4 June 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Driver CPC card validity for lorry, bus and coach drivers
Changes to the validity of Driver CPC cards held by lorry, bus and coach drivers.
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Press release
Press release: £7 million for vulnerable pupils leaving Alternative Provision
More than 11,000 vulnerable young people to receive support to move into next stage of education or employment
The requirements on manufacturing 3D printing will depend on whether the item is classed as a medical device or personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Press release
Press release: Trade Credit Insurance backed by £10 billion guarantee
Government to provide guarantees of up to £10 billion to Trade Credit Insurance schemes for business-to-business transactions
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): how to self-isolate when you travel to the UK
Sets out how to self-isolate if you arrive in the UK on or after 8 June 2020. You will not be allowed to leave the place you’re staying for the first 14 days you’re in the UK.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coming to the UK for seasonal agricultural work on English farms
Advice for seasonal agricultural workers coming to England to work on farms and their employers.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement at the coronavirus press conference: 3 June 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave a statement at the coronavirus press conference on 3 June 2020.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 3 June
Press conference slides used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: Assessment and procurement of coronavirus (COVID-19) tests
How the government assesses offers of COVID-19 tests from developers for procurement and use in the UK.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Home Secretary oral statement on health measures at the border
The Home Secretary delivered an oral statement to the House of Commons on health measures being introduced at the border in response to coronavirus.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 2 June 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Dairy response fund set to open for applications
Eligible English dairy farmers able to apply for up to £10,000 to overcome impact of coronavirus.
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News story
News story: Public health border measures to come into force next week
The rules which cover the new measures at the UK border to protect against coronavirus will be published on 3 June 2020.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: FCO areas of research interest (ARI) 2020: coronavirus (COVID-19) update
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) ARI has been updated to set out our research areas of interest relating to the response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 1 June 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 2 June 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP and Professor John Newton.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): testing data methodology
Information on the data sources and methodology used to provide the daily statistics on coronavirus testing.
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News story
News story: Coronavirus: Environment Agency update
The Environment Agency’s priority is to protect people and the environment, and to support those we regulate during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: UK science and the fight against COVID-19
Dr Hanbin ZHENG, Senior UK Science & Innovation Officer, on the UK’s science-led international collaborations, especially in Singapore and the Southeast Asian region, in the fight against COVID-19.
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Press release
Press release: Yemen: new UK aid will help stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19)
A new package of funding for Yemen is to be announced today by the Foreign Secretary.
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Guidance
Guidance: Student number controls
The measures to protect students and universities during the coronavirus outbreak, including temporary student number controls and additional places.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 1 June 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP and Professor John Newton.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice on accessing green spaces safely
Advice on using green spaces and protecting yourself and others from coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: UK reaches 200,000 coronavirus testing capacity target a day early
Following the rapid expansion of coronavirus testing, the UK reached the 200,000 capacity target on Saturday 30 May, including capacity for 40,000 antibody tests a day
Statement from Dame Louise Casey, the Prime Minister’s advisor on rough sleeping, on the efforts to support rough sleepers during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Communities Secretary on the government’s response to COVID-19.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 31 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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News story
News story: Prime Minister hails resilience of shielders as restrictions set to ease
Extremely vulnerable people who have been “shielding” in England to be able to spend time outdoors.
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Press release
Press release: Government gives green light to resumption of compeitive sport behind closed doors
DCMS publishes ‘stage three’ of its elite and professional sport guidance
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Speech
Speech: Oliver Dowden’s statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 30 May 2020
Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Secretary gave the 30 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-M-O: Consensus statement on public gatherings, 11 March 2020
Consensus statement from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-M-O: Consensus view: 13 April review of social distancing measures, 1 April 2020
Consensus view from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 7 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-fourth meeting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 5 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-third meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 1 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-second meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 1 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-first meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 30 April 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirtieth meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 28 April 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s twenty-ninth meeting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 23 April 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s twenty-eighth meeting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Policing the coronavirus outbreak: processes and prospects for collective disorder, 19 April 2020
A briefing note for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) outlining the factors related to collective disorder.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: Symptom-based contact tracing in comparison to test-based approaches – note, 29 April 2020
Briefing note prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: Approach to suppress and control route – initial view, 22 April 2020
Paper prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Policing, protest and changes to COVID-19 control measures in the UK, 4 May 2020
Paper by the Security and Policing sub-group of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) / Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: How behaviour may change following testing – initial response, 22 April 2020
Paper prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) on how behaviour might change after testing.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: The use of facemasks in a community setting, 20 April 2020
Return by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) to the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) on the use of facemasks in a community setting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: Antibody tests: realise benefits and minimize harms – note, 1 April 2020
Paper prepared by Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Speech
Speech: UK Statement to the WTO General Council
The UK’s Ambassador to the WTO and UN in Geneva, Julian Braithwaite, delivered this statement to the WTO General Council on 29 May 2020.
Anyone supplying these types of tests should temporarily stop this service.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): looking after people who lack mental capacity
Guidance for health and social care staff who are caring for, or treating, a person who lacks the relevant mental capacity.
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Corporate report
Corporate report: Coronavirus Act report: May 2020
The first two-monthly report on which powers in the Coronavirus Act 2020 are currently active.
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Press release
Press release: Government to publish code of practice with commercial sector in boost to high street
High street businesses and landlords are set to benefit from a new code of practice, to provide them with clarity and reassurance over rent payments.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for the coronavirus Local Authority Discretionary Grants Fund
The Discretionary Grant Fund supports small and micro businesses that are not eligible for other grant schemes.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: advice for smokers and vapers
Advice for people who smoke or vape during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: PM: Six people can meet outside under new measures to ease lockdown
PM Boris Johnson announced groups of up to six people will be able to meet outdoors in England from Monday 1 June, provided strict social distancing guidelines are followed.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Help children aged 2 to 4 to learn at home during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Advice for parents and carers of early years children who have not yet started school.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 28 May 2020
Press conference slides used by Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Press release
Press release: PM call with First Ministers: 28 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke with the First Ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, as well as the deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: 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.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches NHS Test and Trace service
New guidance means those who have been in close contact with someone who tests positive must isolate for 14 days, even if they have no symptoms.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 27 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Baroness Dido Harding and Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19 testing data: letter to the Office for Statistics Regulation
Response from Matt Hancock, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, to a letter from Sir David Norgrove, chair of the Office for Statistics Regulation.
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World news story
World news story: French border restrictions in response to coronavirus
A summary of the border restrictions in place for travelling to the UK and to France.
Translation of the French government’s press release on border restrictions.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus: MOT centre and tester guidance
Guidance on providing MOT tests during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, including how to limit the spread of coronavirus.
When you can store or treat coronavirus (COVID-19) cleansing and used PPE waste without having codes 15 02 02* or 15 02 03 in your permit.
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Collection
Collection: HM Treasury coronavirus (COVID-19) business loan scheme statistics
HMT management information about the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS), Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS) and Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS).
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Press release
Press release: Government significantly boosts UK PPE supply with more than 100 new deals
The government has signed deals with more than 100 new suppliers from around the world as well as ramping up domestic production to help meet demand for PPE.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 26 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Environmental influence on transmission of COVID-19 (28 April 2020)
Research compiled by the Environmental and Modelling Group for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Evidence of environmental dispersion of COVID-19 for different mechanisms (14 April 2020)
A brief evidence summary for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 26 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor John Newton.
Businesses, faith groups and local communities are being urged to help new Rough Sleeping Taskforce.
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Press release
Press release: UK Government to provide up to £23m in extra funding to tackle coronavirus in Wales
Simon Hart: Additional funding for Wales “highlights our determination to move forward together” in fight against coronavirus
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Guidance on searching for archaeological finds in England during COVID-19
Guidance for members of the public (including metal-detectorists) searching for archaeological finds in England during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Guidance
Guidance: Preparing for the wider opening of schools from 1 June
Planning guides for school leaders to help them prepare to open their schools for more pupils during the coronavirus outbreak.
Guidance for the public, providers of outdoor sport facilities, elite athletes, personal trainers and coaches on the phased return of sport and recreation.
A planning guide for early years providers, in England, to help prepare them to open their settings for all children from 1 June 2020.
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Press release
Press release: 6000 new supported homes as part of landmark commitment to end rough sleeping
Radical plans to provide thousands of long-term, safe homes for vulnerable rough sleepers taken off the streets during the pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: £50 million boost to support the recovery of our high streets
The Reopening High Streets Safely Fund will help councils in England introduce a range of safety measures in a move to get people back to work and customers back to the shops.
Further funding to protect and increase transport services, level up infrastructure and regenerate local economies after the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Citizens Advice and Citizens Advice Scotland to receive funding boost of up to £15 million to help them deal with increased demand during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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News story
News story: Plans announced for London’s Covid-19 recovery
A new London Transition Board will co-ordinate London’s response as it emerges from the lockdown and begins to reopen its economy while controlling the virus.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) essential international travel guidance
This page provides guidance on travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Foreign & Commonwealth Office advises against all but essential travel.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): providing home care
Information for those providing personal care to people living in their own home during the coronavirus outbreak.
The Home Secretary, Priti Patel, explains the measures to be taken at the border to avoid a second wave of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission at the 22 May 2020 daily press briefing.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: The R number in the UK
The reproduction number (R) is the average number of secondary infections produced by 1 infected person.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 22 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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News story
News story: Government publishes latest R number
The Government Office for Science is publishing the latest R number range for the UK.
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News story
News story: Home Secretary announces new public health measures for all UK arrivals
New measures at the UK border to guard against a second wave of coronavirus infections have been announced by the Home Secretary today.
Local authorities will be central to supporting the new test and trace service in England, with the government providing a new funding package of £300 million.
New antibody testing programme to provide tens of thousands of antibody tests per day across the UK from next week.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 21 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Trial of rapid coronavirus test launched in Hampshire
The new coronavirus (COVID-19) test is highly effective in clinical settings and can return results on site, without being sent to a laboratory, within 20 minutes.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 21 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP and Professor Chris Whitty.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Safeguarding and remote education during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Understand how to follow safeguarding procedures when planning remote education strategies and teaching remotely during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Collection
Collection: Statistics on coronavirus funding for business
Data on the government loans and grants to support businesses and self employed people through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: Oliver Dowden’s statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 20 May 2020
Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Secretary gave the 20 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Coronavirus and regional security: UK statement on Foreign Ministers’ meeting
The Foreign Secretary hosted a meeting with the Turkish, French, and German Foreign Ministers, to discuss coronavirus as well as Middle East security issues.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 20 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Oliver Dowden CBE MP and Professor Stephen Powis.
The government has pledged £750 million to ensure VCSE can continue their vital work supporting the country during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, including £200m for the Coronavirus Community Support Fund, along with an additional £150 million from dormant bank and building society accounts.
How local authorities and social care providers can tell DHSC about the death of an employee or volunteer in social care.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): recreational general aviation
Guidance on recreational general aviation (GA) flying during the coronavirus outbreak.
The national and global response to the spread of COVID-19 continues to develop quickly and our collective knowledge of the virus is growing by the second.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to all postmasters
Letter from the Minister for Small Business, Consumers and Corporate Responsibility, Paul Scully, to all postmasters, their staff and Post Office employees.
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Consultation outcome
Consultation outcome: Capacity Market: proposal to relax the rules temporarily in response to COVID-19
We’re seeking views on ways to relax certain Capacity Market obligations and deadlines, reduce the burden and minimise terminations during COVID-19.
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Press release
Press release: £40m boost for cutting-edge start-ups
Innovative businesses and start-ups are set to benefit from a £40 million government investment to drive forward new technological advances.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): support for care homes
Sets out the support package to keep care homes safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Wales to receive additional £64.5m as a result of transport funding in England
The UK Government has now provided over £2.2 billion in direct funding to Wales in order to manage the impact of coronavirus
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 19 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon George Eustice MP and Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Guidance
Guidance: How tests and testing kits for coronavirus (COVID-19) work
The different types of tests and testing kits for COVID-19, and the specifications for manufacturers.
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Press release
Press release: Conservationists rescued from one of the most isolated places in the world
A team of conservationists stranded on one of the most remote places on earth made it back to the UK following a 12-day voyage to Ascension Island and a military flight home.
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National statistics
National statistics: Latest figures show millions benefitting from Treasury coronavirus support schemes
New figures on the UK-wide government support schemes for individuals and businesses have been published today, Tuesday 19 May 2020.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: Latest figures show millions benefitting from Treasury coronavirus support schemes
New figures on the UK-wide government support schemes for individuals and businesses have been published today, Tuesday 19 May 2020.
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Press release
Press release: £37 million to support children with complex needs
The multi-million-pound settlement will help low-income families with seriously ill or disabled children with the cost of equipment, goods or services
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Press release
Press release: Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme set to launch
Employers will be able to make claims through the Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme from 26 May.
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Press release
Press release: Everyone in the United Kingdom with symptoms now eligible for coronavirus tests
Everyone in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland with coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms can now get a test.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 18 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Health Secretary’s statement to Parliament
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock updated Parliament on the government’s response to coronavirus.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 18 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Dominic Raab MP.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Transport for London extraordinary funding and financing
Support funding package for Transport for London in order to keep vital public transport services running in London.
COVID-19 guidance for commissioners and service providers for those dependent on drugs or alcohol
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Thompsons Updates
WORKING ARRANGEMENTS FORM – COVID-19
Keeping up to date with Information An employee portal is in place with both Company and Government guidance. Please read this guidance. Emails, MEMOs and toolbox talks are in place. Please adhere to all information provided for your protection. Self-Isolation If you meet one of the following criteria you should not come to site: If […]
A new £600 million Infection Control Fund has been introduced to tackle the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in care homes.
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News story
News story: Government invests £35 million to protect critical freight routes
Ensuring there is enough freight capacity to prevent disruption to the flow of critical goods, such as food and medical supplies.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for people in England with animals
Advice for pet owners and livestock keepers on looking after the welfare of animals during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This advice applies to England only.
New information about coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms has been announced.
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 17 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to social housing residents
Letter from the Minister of Housing setting out the measures that are in place to support social housing residents during the next phase towards reopening society.
Check if you can get a payment deferral or deregister if you are a business with an annual fee due between 1 May and 30 September 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Funding and manufacturing boost for UK vaccine programme
UK’s top researchers rapidly working to find a coronavirus vaccine will benefit from £84 million of new government funding.
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Press release
Press release: Vaccines Manufacturing and Innovation Centre to open 12 months ahead of schedule
Race to manufacture millions of doses of a coronavirus vaccine boosted with a multi-million-pound government investment.
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Speech
Speech: Prime Minister’s article in the Mail on Sunday: 17 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s piece in the Mail on Sunday.
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Press release
Press release: Government begins large scale study of coronavirus immunity
Major long-term study will track spread of coronavirus in general population
Education Secretary on the Government’s response to the outbreak of coronavirus and plans to begin returning to school safely
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 16 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Gavin Williamson CBE MP and Dr Jenny Harries.
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News story
News story: Government announces roadmap taskforces
New ministerial-led taskforces have been set up to plan how closed sectors can reopen safely.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) – compulsory purchase guidance
In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), MHCLG has published guidance for acquiring authorities on compulsory purchase matters.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Community Infrastructure Levy guidance
In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), MHCLG has published guidance for local authorities on Community Infrastructure Levy matters.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Planning update
In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), MHCLG has published an update on planning matters, including temporary measures to make it easier to operate the planning system.
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News story
News story: Government to support businesses through Trade Credit Insurance guarantee
Businesses with supply chains which rely on Trade Credit Insurance and who are experiencing difficulties maintaining cover due to Coronavirus will get support from the government, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, John Glen has announced.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Claim a grant through the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme
If you’re self-employed or a member of a partnership and have been adversely affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) use this scheme if you’re eligible to claim the grant.
Guidance for the owners and operators of urban centres and green spaces to help social distancing.
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Press release
Press release: New partnership to sequence human genomes in fight against coronavirus
Thousands of patients severely ill with coronavirus will have their genetic code studied to help scientists understand whether a person’s genetics may influence their susceptibility to the virus.
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Press release
Press release: New guidance on spending time outdoors
Details on a range of outdoor activities which will be allowed in England from 13 May 2020 subject to social distancing rules.
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 12 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides to accompany coronavirus press conference: 12 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Alok Sharma MP and Professor Stephen Powis.
The government has announced the expansion of the expert team leading on the rapid nationwide roll-out of the coronavirus (COVID-19) test and trace programme.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Coronavirus (COVID-19): new transport guidance for passengers and operators
Announcing new safer travel guidance for members of the public and safer transport guidance for operators.
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News story
News story: Chancellor extends furlough scheme until October
The government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme will remain open until the end of October, the Chancellor announced today (Tuesday 12 May 2020).
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): safer transport guidance for operators
Safer working principles and risk assessment for transport operators and organisations.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): safer travel guidance for passengers
Walking, cycling, and travelling in vehicles or on public transport during the coronavirus outbreak.
Guidance for safer travel and safer transport operations during the next phase of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Next steps for the phased wider opening of educational and childcare settings.
Advice for those working in adult social care on managing your mental health and how employers can take care of the wellbeing of their staff during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches new portal for care homes to arrange coronavirus testing
All care home staff and residents are now eligible for testing with priority for those in homes that look after the over-65s.
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News story
News story: New guidance launched to help get Brits safely back to work
Government publishes guidance for employers to help them get their businesses back up and running and workplaces operating safely.
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Press release
Press release: 30,000 stranded Brits returned to the UK on Government charter flights
More than 30,000 British travellers have now returned to the UK on 142 special Government charter flights from 27 different countries and territories since the outbreak of coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: Public advised to cover faces in enclosed spaces
The public is advised to consider wearing face coverings in enclosed public spaces such as shops, trains and buses to help reduce the spread of coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Staying safe outside your home
The principles you should follow to ensure that time spent outside your home is as safe as possible.
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Guidance
Guidance: Our plan to rebuild: The UK Government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy
The Government’s roadmap for how and when the UK will adjust its response to the COVID-19 crisis.
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Guidance
Guidance: Staying alert and safe (social distancing)
The most important thing we can do is to stay alert, control the virus, and in doing so, save lives.
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Speech
Speech: PM address to the nation on coronavirus: 10 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation on coronavirus.
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Statutory guidance
Statutory guidance: Reallocating road space in response to COVID-19: statutory guidance for local authorities
Guidance for local authorities on managing their road networks in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Announcing a £2 billion package to support active travel to help the country emerge from coronavirus crisis.
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News story
News story: £2 billion package to create new era for cycling and walking
Alternative ways to travel, such as walking and cycling, could relieve the pressure on public transport.
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Press release
Press release: Millions more items of PPE for frontline staff from new business partnerships
NHS and social care staff in the UK are set to receive millions of items of personal protective equipment (PPE) over the coming months thanks to new collaborations with a number of organisations.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 8 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis.
The Minister of State for Security writes to industry partners on countering online child sexual exploitation and abuse during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: British Gurkhas and UK Government rescue mission to help stranded Brits in Nepal
British Gurkhas in Nepal have helped to rescue 109 Brits stranded in remote areas across the country so they could return home on Government charter flights.
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News story
News story: Domestic abuse charities can apply for vital funds
Charities can bid for a share of £10 million funding to support victims of domestic abuse.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 7 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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Guidance
Guidance: Domestic abuse safe accommodation: COVID-19 emergency support fund
This prospectus provides prospective bidders with information on how to apply for funding and how the assessment process will work.
Find out about temporary changes that may affect you if you’re applying for, or already getting, Tax-Free Childcare or 30 hours free childcare.
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Press release
Press release: UK announces more flights to bring stranded Brits home from India
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has announced five further flights to bring stranded British travellers home from India.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Medical devices clinical investigations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Advice for investigators and sponsors of ongoing clinical investigations and new applications.
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News story
News story: Leaving lockdown together: Why we are better united against coronavirus
Writing in today’s Western Mail, Welsh Secretary Simon Hart set out the importance of moving forward out of lockdown as one United Kingdom
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus Act 2020: status
A table setting out the status of each measure in the Coronavirus Act 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Over 1 million food boxes delivered to those most at risk from coronavirus
Over 1 million boxes of essential food have now been delivered to those at highest risk across England.
The Communities Secretary on the government’s response to COVID-19 and the work being done locally.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 6 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Yvonne Doyle.
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Press release
Press release: Dedicated app for social care workers launched
A new dedicated app for the adult social care workforce in England has been launched to support staff through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: New funding to support dairy farmers through coronavirus
A new fund will enable eligible dairy farmers in England to access up to £10,000 each to help them overcome the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Local leaders pledge to continue vital building safety work
Leaders from 25 councils have pledged their commitment to ensuring vital building safety work continues during the pandemic.
Guidance for specialists for initiation of valproate in female patients and for annual review and pregnancy testing to support adherence to pregnancy prevention requirements during the pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: New reagent available to support global diagnostic testing of coronavirus (COVID-19)
A new biological reagent is now available to labs around the UK and the world that will help them to set up and develop accurate diagnostic tests for coronavirus (COVID-19).
How businesses can offer services, funds and volunteers to civil society during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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News story
News story: Business rates revaluation postponed
A revaluation of business rates will no longer take place in 2021 to help reduce uncertainty for firms affected by the impacts of coronavirus.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: 5G and coronavirus (COVID-19)
There is no evidence of a link between 5G and coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Remote education during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Information, guidance and support for teachers and leaders on educating children during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Keeping pupils motivated and engaged
Schools are using various methods to keep pupils interested and motivated when learning remotely.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Adapting the curriculum for remote education
Schools have been using various methods to adapt the curriculum for remote education to best meet the needs of pupils.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Adapting teaching practice for remote education
Schools have been using various methods to adapt teaching practice for remote education to best meet the needs of pupils.
Letter to councils in England on the re-opening household waste and recycling centres.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Supporting pupils’ wellbeing
Schools have been using various methods to ensure that they are supporting pupils’ wellbeing and providing pastoral care.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Remote education practice for schools during coronavirus (COVID-19)
An opportunity for schools to learn from each other’s emerging practice as they develop their approaches to providing remote education.
Examples of practice for remote education from schools and academies across England.
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Press release
Press release: UK condemns cyber actors seeking to benefit from global coronavirus pandemic
Foreign Secretary warns hostile cyber actors against using global pandemic for their own malicious ends
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 5 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 5 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): verification of death in times of emergency
Clarifying existing practice for verifying deaths outside of hospitals and providing a framework for safe verification of death during the coronavirus emergency.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 4 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Coronavirus test, track and trace plan launched on Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight residents will be the first to get access to a new contact tracing app as part of government action to minimise the spread of COVID-19.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 4 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Guidance
Guidance: Actions for HE providers during the coronavirus outbreak
Information for HE providers on the government support package available for universities and students, the process for clearing and student numbers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Get technology support for children and schools during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for local authorities, academy trusts and schools on how to get internet access, digital devices and support to provide remote education during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Local authorities can also get support for care leavers, and children and young people with a social worker.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Support for zoos and aquariums
Eligibility for animal welfare grants for licensed zoos and aquariums affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Apply for the Zoos Support Fund
Apply for an animal welfare grant of up to £100,000 for your zoo or aquarium affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
List of participants of SAGE and related sub-groups.
How the Foreign & Commonwealth Office processes your data if you apply for an emergency loan for living costs whilst you are abroad, waiting to return to the UK.
People who can’t work their normal hours because of coronavirus (COVID-19) will still receive their usual tax credits payments.
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News story
News story: New Bounce Back Loans to launch today
Britain’s small businesses will be able to apply for quick and easy-to access loans of up to £50,000 from today – with the cash expected to land within days.
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Press release
Press release: Emergency funding to support most vulnerable in society during pandemic
Communities Secretary announces £76 million extra funding to support survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and vulnerable children and their families and victims of modern slavery.
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Press release
Press release: Dame Louise Casey to spearhead government taskforce on rough sleeping during pandemic
A specialist taskforce has been created to lead the next phase of the Government’s support for rough sleepers during the pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 2 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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News story
News story: Top-up to local business grant funds scheme
A discretionary fund has been set up to accommodate certain small businesses previously outside the scope of the business grant funds scheme.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Bounce Back Loan Scheme: letter from the Chancellor to lenders
A letter from the Chancellor to all accredited Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme lenders on the new Bounce Back Loan Scheme.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme
The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) provides financial support to smaller businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 1 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Health Secretary welcomes reopening of fertility services
New guidance will allow clinics to reopen if they can prove measures to protect staff and patients are in place.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 1 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis.
Find out how HMRC will work out your trading profits and non-trading income if you’re self-employed or a member of a partnership and have been adversely affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
The Chancellor has made a Treasury Direction under Sections 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Run for Heroes founder wins PM award
Olivia Strong has received the Prime Minister’s daily Points of Light award.
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Press release
Press release: £6.1 million funding boost to help high streets and town centres through pandemic
Business Improvement Districts will receive funding in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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News story
News story: Government to safeguard vital Great Britain-Northern Ireland air links
Investment will protect air passenger flights for important routes between Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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World news story
World news story: Panama City hotels during coronavirus (COVID-19)
This page provides details of hotels in Panama City, to help British people find accommodation so that they are ready to take their flight to the UK.
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Press release
Press release: Fifth round of charter flights from India announced
The UK has announced seven further charter flights to bring over 2,000 stranded British travellers home from India.
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News story
News story: Prime Minister’s statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 30 April 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s statement on coronavirus.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19: mitigating impacts on Gypsy and Traveller communities
Lord Greenhalgh, Communities Minister, has written to local authority chief executives to highlight the support needed by some members of Gypsy and Traveller communities.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 30 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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News story
News story: Treasury cut taxes to reduce PPE costs
From tomorrow (1 May 2020), PPE purchased by care homes, businesses, charities and individuals to protect against Covid-19 will be free from VAT for a three-month period.
Guidance on the medical and health support available for British people who are unable to return home due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Guidance on the financial support available for British people who are unable to return home due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the energy sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to the UK’s energy sector.
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove made a statement on coronavirus.
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove made a statement on coronavirus.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 12 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 21 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 15 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 3 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 27 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 28 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 5 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 23 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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News story
News story: A statement on our updated guidance for private candidates
Further guidance issued for Heads of Centre on making assessment judgements about private candidates.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to town and parish councils
Letter from the Secretary of State Robert Jenrick thanking town and parish councils for their work during the pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Another 900 British travellers in New Zealand set to return to the UK
Around 900 more British travellers in New Zealand are set to return home on three additional UK Government-chartered flights.
100,000 people will be sent self-testing kits to determine if they are currently infected.
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Press release
Press release: Charter flight from Guyana for stranded British nationals
A Government charter flight to bring home around 100 Britons stranded in Guyana has been announced – with booking open today.
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Press release
Press release: 20,000 stranded Brits returning to the UK from South Asia on UK charter flights
More than 20,000 British travellers, on 83 Government charter flights, will return to the UK from across South Asia by 7 May.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 29 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Daily death reporting now includes all positive COVID-19 deaths
A new method of reporting daily COVID-19 deaths has been developed by Public Health England (PHE).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 29 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Yvonne Doyle.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Repatriation during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic: Minister Adams’ statement, 29 April 2020
Foreign & Commonwealth Office Minister Nigel Adams spoke in Parliament on FCO support for British people abroad and procuring personal protective equipment.
A departmental minute outlining indemnities granted to designers and manufacturers in the Rapidly Manufactured Ventilator System Project
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Guidance
Guidance: PHE data series on deaths in people with COVID-19: technical summary
Summary of the PHE data series on deaths in people with COVID-19, outlining what the changes mean and how the data compare to other COVID-19 death data series.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Seasonal work on farms: guidance for workers
The type of seasonal work you can do on farms, who can apply, and where you can find work.
This will accelerate the development of new drugs for patients hospitalised with COVID-19, reducing the time taken to set up clinical studies for new therapies from months to weeks.
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Press release
Press release: Further expansion of access to coronavirus testing helps protect the most vulnerable
Anyone in England with coronavirus symptoms who either has to leave home to go to work or is aged 65 and over will now be able to get tested.
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Press release
Press release: Government confirms allocations of £1.6 billion funding boost for councils
Individual councils in England have funding allocations confirmed following Local Government Secretary’s announcement of £1.6 billion in additional funding.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 28 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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News story
News story: Covid-19: Update on tax policy documents
HM Treasury and HMRC are today (28 April) setting out new timelines for tax policy consultations and other work in the light of the current Covid-19 crisis.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): reuse of medicines in a care home or hospice
Standard operating procedure on how to run a safe and effective medicines reuse scheme in a care home or hospice during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Exporting personal protective equipment during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
The families of health and care workers on the frontline in England will benefit from a new life assurance scheme during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for a coronavirus Bounce Back Loan
This scheme will help small and medium-sized businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) to apply for loans of up to £50,000.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 27 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Chris Whitty.
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Press release
Press release: New guidance for social landlords on essential moves
Councils and housing associations should continue to support vulnerable people to move home.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for social landlords on essential moves
Non-statutory guidance to support social landlords with allocations and transfers during the coronavirus outbreak.
Ministers from the UK Government and Welsh Government underline joint commitment to support businesses through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): fraud and cyber crime
Advice and guidance on how to protect yourself and your business from fraud and cyber crime.
The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 26 April 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: UK announces 5 more flights from Bangladesh to bring home over a thousand Brits
An additional 5 charter flights will bring home more than 1,250 British travellers to the UK from Bangladesh.
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Press release
Press release: Mobile coronavirus testing units to target frontline workers
Mobile testing units, operated by the Armed Forces, will travel around the UK to increase access to coronavirus testing.
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Press release
Press release: New measures to protect UK high street from aggressive rent collection and closure
High street shops and other companies under strain will be protected from aggressive rent collection and asked to pay what they can during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Clinical trial approved to help the NHS treat COVID-19 patients using plasma
If effective, a national programme will deliver up to 10,000 units of plasma a week to the NHS to help treat coronavirus (COVID-19) patients.
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Press release
Press release: Communities Secretary welcomes response to his call for parks to open
The Communities Secretary has praised councils for ensuring that the vast majority of parks are open ahead of the weekend, so more people can get outside for exercise safely.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Booking special charter flights during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
This page explains who is eligible to register for special charter flights, and how the booking process works to return to the UK during the coronavirus pandemic.
These will include the first UK charter flight from Karachi, which will depart on 30 April, in addition to further departures from Islamabad and Lahore.
Announcing measures to ensure transport boosts the national response to COVID-19 and paying tribute to the transport workers who have kept vital freight and passenger services running.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 24 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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Government response
Government response: Freight transport in the context of COVID-19: joint statement by the United Kingdom, France and Ireland
Statement by UK Secretary of State for Transport, French Minister of State for Transport and Irish Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Access to parks and public spaces, including burial grounds and cemeteries
Letter to local authorities regarding continued access to parks and public spaces including burial grounds and cemeteries.
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Guidance
Guidance: Support for the bereaved
Information to help bereaved families, friends or next of kin make important decisions.
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Press release
Press release: Government begins large-scale virus infection and antibody test study
20,000 households in England are being contacted to take part in the first wave of a major new government study to track coronavirus (COVID-19) in the general population.
The government has announced an unprecedented package of measures to provide the critical support needed by individuals, families and businesses, through the economic disruption caused by COVID-19.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus: letter from DVSA Chief Executive to driver and rider trainers
Letters from Gareth Llewellyn, Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), to driver and rider trainers about coronavirus.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: Coronavirus grant funding: local authority payments to small and medium businesses
Local authorities have received and distributed funding to support small and medium businesses in England during coronavirus.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 22 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Business to receive almost £10 billion in rates relief
Businesses expected to receive almost £10 billion in business rate relief as part of the government’s support for the economy during the coronavirus pandemic.
Letter from MHCLG to local authority chief executives on the Accounts and Audit (Coronavirus)(Amendment) Regulations 2020.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 22 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Chris Whitty.
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Press release
Press release: 19,000 British travellers return from cruise ships after major international effort
The FCO has worked with cruise operators and more than 20 international governments and militaries to arrange flights to get Brits home safely.
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Press release
Press release: Britain’s biggest network of diagnostic labs are completed in 5 weeks
Sites in Milton Keynes, Glasgow and Alderley Park in Cheshire are now live and are already testing thousands of patient samples for coronavirus (COVID-19) each day.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: GBRU: reference and diagnostic services
GBRU is the national reference laboratory for gastrointestinal pathogens and provides specialist testing of clinical, food, water and environmental samples.
These temporary good manufacturing practice (GMP) flexibilities will be allowed to address the current exceptional circumstances
Simon Hart MP will be the first minister to take to the virtual despatch box from home
Advice for parents and carers on looking after the mental health and wellbeing of children or young people during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 21 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Press release
Press release: Aldi joins Free School Meal voucher scheme
Aldi joins supermarkets signed up to Government’s national voucher scheme
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Letter to front line staff providing essential banking services
Letter from the Economic Secretary, John Glen, to front line staff working to provide essential banking services.
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News story
News story: UK Government provides extra £95m to tackle coronavirus in Wales
UK Government confirms further £95m to support the devolved administration in Wales tackle coronavirus
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Guidance
Guidance: GCSEs, AS and A level awarding: summer 2020
Information for schools, students and parents on how qualifications will be graded and awarded in summer 2020.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for people receiving direct payments
Advice for people who buy care and support through a direct payment, as well as local authorities, clinical commissioning groups and those who provide care and support.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: Coronavirus (COVID-19): attendance in education and early years settings
A summary of how many children and teachers attended education settings between Monday 23 March and Friday 17 April 2020.
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Guidance
Guidance: Guidance for those involved in managing COVID-19 deaths
A collection of guidance to support employers and workers handling loss of life.
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News story
News story: Chancellor expands loan scheme for large businesses
Rishi Sunak unveils the final details of Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme
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News story
News story: What is the UK Government Ventilator Challenge?
The Prime Minister asked companies to help manufacture, design and build thousands of NHS ventilators in the fight against COVID-19.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Application of the Building Regulations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Guidance for Building Control Bodies operating in England.
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Guidance
Guidance: Traffic orders: advertising during coranavirus (COVID-19)
Additional and temporary guidance on making traffic orders during coronavirus restrictions.
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Press release
Press release: UK set to bring home hundreds more British travellers from across the Philippines
Another charter flight from the Philippines will bring home around 200 more British nationals, including from remote areas, it has been announced today.
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News story
News story: Grant funding provided to businesses by local authorities in England
We have published data on the amount of money distributed to SMEs by every local authority in England as part of the 2 grant schemes launched to help businesses deal with coronavirus.
The letter thanks councils again for their efforts responding to the coronavirus pandemic and provides further details on the support the government is providing.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches new coronavirus business support finder tool
A new ‘support finder’ tool will help businesses and self-employed people across the UK to quickly and easily determine what financial support is available to them during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: Chancellor delivers daily coronavirus update (20 April 2020)
Chancellor Rishi Sunak speaks at press conference with Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser and Yvonne Doyle, Medical Director at Public Health England.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 20 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Collection
Collection: Financial support for businesses during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out what financial support you can get for your business.
Guidance on which data collections, services or requests will be cancelled, paused or will continue in the 2019 to 2020 academic year.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for care of the deceased
Advice primarily designed to assist people required to manage bodies of deceased persons infected with coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: 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.
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Statutory guidance
Statutory guidance: The Exercise of Commissioning Functions by the NHS Commissioning Board (Coronavirus) Directions 2020
Directions given to the National Health Service Commissioning Board.
Directions given to the National Health Service Commissioning Board by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus: theory tests
Theory tests are currently suspended until 8 May 2020 due to coronavirus, but you can apply for an emergency theory test if you’re a critical worker.
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Press release
Press release: Testing capacity increases as second Lighthouse Lab becomes fully operational
The second mega-lab at Alderley Park in Cheshire has begun to test thousands of patient samples a day for coronavirus.
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News story
News story: Billion pound support package for innovative firms hit by coronavirus
UK businesses driving innovation and development will be helped through the coronavirus outbreak with a £1.25 billion government support package, the Chancellor announced today.
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News story
News story: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme up and running
The Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme went live today, with businesses able to claim up to £2,500 a month towards staff wages.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Future Fund
This scheme will issue convertible loans between £125,000 to £5 million to innovative companies which are facing financing difficulties due to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Return flights for most vulnerable Britons from New Zealand
New Government charter flights will bring home the most vulnerable Britons stranded in New Zealand this week with three flights from Auckland and two from Christchurch.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): SEND risk assessment guidance
Guidance for special schools, specialist colleges, local authorities and any other settings managing children and young people with complex special educational needs and disability (SEND).
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News story
News story: Guidance updated to support the safe management of funerals
Further guidance for those managing or organising funerals during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Olympics chief brought in to boost PPE production
Lord Deighton will lead the national effort to produce essential personal protective equipment for frontline health and social care staff.
Advice on appropriate infection prevention and control (IPC) precautions for stepdown in hospital or discharge to home or residential settings.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 18 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis
The Communities Secretary on the government’s response to COVID-19 and additional funding for local government.
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News story
News story: UKG provies extra £50M to tackle Coronavirus in Northern Ireland
Additional funding for Northern Ireland announced to tackle Coronavirus pandemic
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Press release
Press release: Government pledges extra £1.6 billion for councils
Councils across England will receive another £1.6 billion in additional funding as they continue to respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
The letter thanks the local government workforce for their help during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for the Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme
This scheme will help large businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) to access loans of up to £25 million.
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Press release
Press release: Bangladesh charter flights to return stranded Brits
UK announces four charter flights from Bangladesh to take home British travellers.
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Press release
Press release: National testing coordinator warns against unapproved antibody tests
Statement from Professor John Newton, national coordinator of the UK coronavirus (COVID-19) testing programme, warning against the purchase of unapproved antibody testing kits.
Local Government Minister writes to all councils in England to ensure that family members can attend the funerals of their loved ones and that the wishes of the deceased are respected during this pandemic.
Letter to all local authorities in England to work with faith groups and funeral directors to develop safe, sensitive and innovative ways for funerals to take place.
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Statutory guidance
Statutory guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): local death management
Statutory guidance for local authorities in England on Schedule 28 to the Coronavirus Act, which provides powers to support local and national death management.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: step by step guide for employers
This guide explains the information that employers need to provide to claim for their employees’ wages.
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 17 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Funding and financial support available for education, childcare and children’s social care organisations.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 17 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing: privacy information
Privacy notice on COVID-19 virus testing for critical workers and their household members who are self-isolating because they’re showing symptoms.
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News story
News story: Government to extend testing for coronavirus to more frontline workers
Access to testing for those with symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) will be extended across England to include additional frontline workers and symptomatic members of their household.
Find out how to calculate 80% of your employee’s wages, National Insurance Contributions and pension contributions if you’ve furloughed staff due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
Temporary change applies to drivers whose licences are due to expire or have expired since 1 January 2020.
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World news story
World news story: Attestation forms for travel to and within France
Information for UK nationals about which attestation form to use when travelling to and within France during the coronavirus (COVID-19) decree.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Claim back Statutory Sick Pay paid to employees due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out if you can use the Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme to reclaim employees’ coronavirus-related Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
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Press release
Press release: 17 more charter flights from India to return thousands of stranded Brits
Seventeen more charter flights from India, with a total capacity of around 4000 passengers, will bring back more people in India who have been waiting for flights.
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Guidance
Guidance: Guidance for consumers on coronavirus (COVID-19) and food
Advice for consumers in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the UK.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Making and registering an LPA during the coronavirus outbreak
If you need to make an LPA now, you can still do so while observing government guidance on social distancing, self-isolating and shielding.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Short-term options for health, welfare and financial decisions
Find out about the ways people can make certain decisions for you or do certain things on your behalf
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Being a deputy or attorney during the coronavirus outbreak
Find out how you can continue to act in the best interests of the client or donor, during the outbreak.
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News story
News story: Chancellor expands loan scheme for large businesses
A government-backed loan scheme for large businesses affected by coronavirus has been expanded to cover all viable firms, the Chancellor announced today.
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Press release
Press release: Readout of G7 leaders’ call: 16 April 2020
First Secretary of State Dominic Raab represented the UK in a virtual summit of G7 leaders.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 16 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 16 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: Privacy notice for Covid-19 response activity
How the Cabinet Office uses your personal data, and what your rights are.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: 3/2020: Council Tax information letter – 16 April 2020
This letter provides a brief Q&A note on the technical implementation of the £500 million hardship fund.
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Guidance
Guidance: Awarding qualifications in summer 2020
Information for schools, students and parents on how GCSE, AS, A level, vocational and technical qualifications will be graded and awarded in summer 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Edinburgh Airport COVID-19 testing centre opens to Key Workers
Key workers can now use the newly opened testing centre at Edinburgh Airport to confirm if they have the coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: Joint pledge to continue vital building safety work during pandemic
Essential safety work to replace unsafe cladding on high-rise buildings will continue during the Covid-19 emergency.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the construction sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to the UK’s construction sector.
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Press release
Press release: Councils given greater financial relief against cash flow pressures
Councils will be allowed to defer £2.6 billion in business rates payments to central government, and £850 million in social care grants will be paid up front this month.
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News story
News story: NATS eligible for funding of up to £92 million to maintain services
£1.1 billion support package for air navigation service providers across Europe affected by COVID-19 events.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): social care guidance
Information for the social care sector on responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 15 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Coronavirus (COVID-19): adult social care action plan
How the government will support the adult social care sector in England throughout the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): getting tested
Guidance on coronavirus testing for critical workers who are self-isolating.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19) transport data: methodology note
Data sources and methodology information for transport data that is part of the government’s daily media briefings on coronavirus (COVID-19).
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News story
News story: Ofqual seeks views on GCSE and A level grading proposals for 2020
Consultation published on exceptional arrangements for awarding GCSEs, AS, A levels, Extended Project Qualification and Advanced Extension Award in maths.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Response to 31 March direction from Secretary of State for Education
Response from Sally Collier, Chief Regulator, Ofqual, to the Direction from the Secretary of State for Education, about awarding results for GCSEs, AS and A levels in 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Secretary of State hosts virtual roundtable with NI business leaders
The Secretary of State underlines the Government’s commitment to support local businesses through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
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Press release
Press release: Government to offer testing for “everyone who needs one” in social care settings
All care home residents and social care staff with coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms will be tested as capacity is built up, the government is announcing today.
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Government response
Government response: Commission on Human Medicines advice on ibuprofen and coronavirus (COVID-19)
Expert Working Group concludes there is currently insufficient evidence to establish a link between use of ibuprofen and susceptibility to contracting COVID-19 or the worsening of its symptoms.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency loans for return flights: how to apply
If you’re currently abroad and you have no other options to pay for your return travel, you may be eligible to apply for an emergency loan from the government.
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News story
News story: Chancellor to provide extra £350m to tackle Coronavirus in Wales
Chancellor confirms further £350m to support the devolved administration in Wales tackle coronavirus
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Press release
Press release: Former Olympics director leads work to protect clinically vulnerable people
Chris Townsend OBE appointed to lead the cross government shielding programme in England.
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Press release
Press release: Scottish Secretary welcomes additional £600m for Scotland
Scottish Secretary welcomes additional money to help Scotland tackle Coronavirus
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News story
News story: Chancellor provides over £14 billion for our NHS and vital public services
More than £14 billion from the Coronavirus emergency response fund will go towards public services, including the NHS and local authorities involved in the fight against Coronavirus, HM Treasury confirms today (Monday 13 April 2020).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 12 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Yvonne Doyle.
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Press release
Press release: UK leads global fight to prevent second wave of coronavirus
Today’s announcement of support to UK charities and international organisations will make the UK one of the biggest donors to the global response
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Speech
Speech: Home Secretary outlines support for domestic abuse victims
Home Secretary Priti Patel announces support for domestic abuse victims at daily Government press conference.
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Press release
Press release: Government sets out plan for national effort on PPE
UK-wide plan announced to ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) gets to where it is needed most.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Coronavirus (COVID-19): personal protective equipment (PPE) plan
Cross-government UK-wide plan to ensure that critical personal protective equipment (PPE) is delivered to those on the frontline responding to coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 10 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): personal protective equipment (PPE) hub
Guidance about coronavirus (COVID-19) personal protective equipment (PPE).
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News story
News story: India charter flights to return thousands more stranded Brits
Over 3,000 British travellers currently stranded in India will get home on an additional 12 charter flights which have opened for bookings today.
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Press release
Press release: Covid-19 adoption support fund scheme to help vulnerable families
Up to £8 million in funding for adoptive families to meet needs arising from coronavirus outbreak
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has today officially opened the biggest diagnostic lab network in British history at the launch of a new a site in Milton Keynes.
The government wants help from organisations with laboratory capability to increase the testing programme in the UK as part of its strategy to protect the NHS and save lives.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 9 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thousands of isolated residents and patients will be able to connect with their family and friends with video call devices, the government has announced.
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Press release
Press release: Industry responds to call to arms to build British diagnostics industry at scale
Pharmaceutical giants and diagnostic companies join forces on plans to roll out millions of coronavirus (COVID-19) tests.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 8 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the retail sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to those working in retail.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): staying where you are if you cannot return to the UK
This page provides guidance for British people travelling abroad who are unable to travel back to the UK due to coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the manufacturing sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to those working in manufacturing.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Help the government increase coronavirus (COVID-19) testing capacity
The government wants help from businesses to increase testing capacity in the UK as part of its strategy to protect the NHS and save lives.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): providing unpaid care
Information for people who are caring, unpaid, for friends or family during the coronavirus outbreak.
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News story
News story: UK airlines to save millions as navigation charges deferred
Charges for air navigation services in European airspace deferred for up to 14 months.
Secretary of State for Wales Simon Hart recognises contribution of UK’s Armed Forces to COVID-19 response
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Detailed guide: Coronavirus: MOTs due from 30 March 2020
Your car, van or motorcycle’s MOT expiry date will be extended by 6 months if it’s due on or after 30 March 2020 – but you must keep your vehicle safe to drive.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Social distancing in the workplace during coronavirus (COVID-19): sector guidance
Advice for employers on social distancing during coronavirus (COVID-19).
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 7 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 7 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: NHS staff: Searching our registers of attorneys and deputies
Find out about the information we have on our registers and how NHS staff and local authorities in England and Wales can ask us for it
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Media Freedom Coalition Executive Group statement on coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Media Freedom Coalition Executive Group called all members to continue protecting access to free media and the free exchange of information.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): transport and travel guidance
Information for people using transport or working in the transport sector during the coronavirus outbreak.
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News story
News story: Increase to Working Tax Credits – what this means
The government has announced that Working Tax Credits payments will be increased from 6 April 2020 – find out what’s happening and who this affects.
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Promotional material
Promotional material: Coronavirus (COVID-19) information leaflet
Leaflet on what to do to help stop the spread of coronavirus, including information on symptoms and government support.
A guide to help local authorities and other waste collectors prioritise their waste collection services during the coronavirus pandemic.
We are allowing alternative courses of actions for manufacturing or laboratory equipment during the outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Extra support for schools and parents to help cope with coronavirus
The Government has announced a package of support, including additional funding and high-quality resources, to help schools deal with the challenges posed by coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): financial support for schools
Guidance on funding available to schools to support them with costs associated with coronavirus (COVID-19).
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 6 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to pharmacists from Jo Churchill
The health minister’s letter thanks pharmacy teams for their response to coronavirus so far.
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Guidance
Guidance: Procurement Policy Note 02/20: Supplier relief due to COVID-19
This Procurement Policy Note (PPN) sets out information and guidance for public bodies on payment of their suppliers to ensure service continuity during and after the current coronavirus, COVID-19, outbreak.
Letter from MHCLG to local authority chief executives on emergency legislation to support local authorities.
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Guidance
Guidance: Procurement Policy Note 03/20: Use of procurement cards – COVID-19
This Procurement Policy Note sets out guidance on the use of procurement cards to support cash flow for suppliers.
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Notice
Notice: Annual inspection waiver for tank vehicles
Notice allowing tank vehicles, with extended roadworthiness test certificates, to remain in service and on our roads without a valid ADR 1(C) certificate.
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, writes for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Foreign Office steps up plans to bring home Britons stranded overseas
Foreign Office is to step up plans to bring home Britons stranded overseas
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 4 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Coronavirus (COVID-19): scaling up testing programmes
How the government intends to scale up testing programmes to provide a test to anyone who needs one.
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Press release
Press release: NHS asks people to share their coronavirus symptoms to help others
A new Coronavirus Status Checker will help the NHS coordinate its response and build up additional data on the COVID-19 outbreak.
An increasing number of bogus medical products being sold through unauthorised websites claiming to treat or prevent COVID-19 are being investigated by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
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Guidance
Guidance: 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.
With warm weather this weekend people may feel tempted to head out more, but please stick to government guidance. You are saving lives by staying at home.
Guidance and terms of use for the parking pass and concessions for COVID-19 health, care and volunteer workers.
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Press release
Press release: World’s largest trial of potential coronavirus treatments rolled out across the UK
The largest randomised clinical trial of potential coronavirus (COVID-19) treatments is underway as part of the race to find a treatment.
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Coronavirus landing page
Coronavirus landing page: Business support
Get coronavirus (COVID-19) support for your business or if you’re self-employed, and find out how to keep your business and your employees safe
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 3 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Matt Hancock.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19: Contingent liability for ventilators
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has written to the Chairs of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee (PACAC) on contingent liabilities for ventilators.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Help and support if your business is affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)
Watch a video and register for the free webinar to learn more about the support available to help you deal with the economic impacts of coronavirus.
Businesses to help boost the UK’s resilience to the long-term impact of coronavirus and similar future situations as a result of £20 million government funding.
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Speech
Speech: Data sharing during this public health emergency
Health and care information will be vital in our response to coronavirus. We must continue to use it well and inform the public to maintain and build trust.
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News story
News story: How GCSEs, AS & A levels will be awarded in summer 2020
Ofqual sets out details for schools, colleges, students, parents & carers on how GCSEs and A levels will be awarded following the cancellation of this year’s exams.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Information for hospital blood banks during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Guidance to hospital blood banks (HBBs) on flexible approaches to requirements
Forms for organisations that can manufacture and supply testing consumables, equipment and laboratory PPE as part of the coronavirus (COVID-19) response.
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Press release
Press release: Councils given new powers to hold public meetings remotely
Local authorities in England handed new powers to hold public meetings virtually by using video or telephone conferencing technology.
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News story
News story: Almost £400 million to keep England’s buses running
Greater funding to keep bus routes running during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) tests and testing kits
Advice on the use of testing kits and applications to place them on the market.
£300 million in funding will ensure community pharmacies can continue to carry out essential services during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Declaration by NATO Foreign Ministers on the coronavirus pandemic
Statement by NATO Foreign Ministers: 2 April 2020
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Press release
Press release: Health Secretary sets out plan to carry out 100,000 coronavirus tests a day
New 5-pillar plan outlines national effort to increase testing to 100,000 a day across the UK this month.
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Press release
Press release: NHS to benefit from £13.4 billion debt write-off
Health Secretary announces over £13 billion of debt will be written off as part of a major financial reset for NHS providers.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 2 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Matt Hancock.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): admission and care of people in care homes
How to protect care home residents and staff during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Guidance
Guidance: Personal protective equipment (PPE): export control process
Information for economic operators who will temporarily need a licence to export PPE outside the EU, EFTA member states and certain other territories.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Energy Performance Certificates
Advice on meeting the regulatory requirement to secure a valid Energy Performance Certificate on marketing a property during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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News story
News story: COVID-19: Call for rapid sanitising technology for ambulances
Do you have an innovative or novel approach to get ambulances cleaner quicker to help combat Coronavirus?
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): early years and childcare closures
Guidance for local authorities, early years settings and childminders about childcare provision following the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: FCO privacy notice: coronavirus (COVID-19) repatriation flights
This notice explains how the Foreign & Commonwealth Office processes personal data relating to special charter flights during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Notification of data controllers in healthcare organisations, GPs, local authorities and arm’s length bodies that they should share information to support efforts against coronavirus (COVID-19).
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 1 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): induction for newly qualified teachers
Guidance about changes to newly qualified teacher (NQT) induction during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 1 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Alok Sharma MP.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Producing hand sanitiser and gel for coronavirus (COVID-19)
Temporary changes to the use and supply of denatured alcohol and duty-free spirits, to help businesses who produce hand sanitiser and gel.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): information for farmers, landowners and rural businesses
The latest Information for farmers, landowners and rural businesses during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read this page for regular updates.
Guidance for industry on flexible approaches we are taking on good distribution practices.
Guidance for businesses setting out details of the Small Business Grants Fund (SBGF) and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund (RHLGF).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: MHRA regulatory flexibilities resulting from coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for industry on flexible approaches to regulation we are taking during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): changes to the Care Act 2014
Changes to the Care Act 2014 to help local authorities prioritise care and support during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove opens the daily coronavirus press conference.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 31 March 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Michael Gove MP.
A Joint statement following a COVID-19 call chaired by Secretary of State and Tanaiste.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Supporting disabled people through the coronavirus outbreak
A joint statement from the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, the Minister for Care, and the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Children and Families.
Adapted breathing aid developed by UCL, UCLH and Mercedes Formula One provides vital technology to NHS.
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Press release
Press release: Voucher scheme launches for schools providing free school meals
Weekly shopping vouchers worth £15 to spend at supermarkets while schools are closed due to coronavirus
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 30 March 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Temporary approval of women’s homes and the homes of registered medical practitioners as classes of place for early medical abortion up to 10 weeks.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on business support grant funding
Guidance for local authorities setting out details of the Small Business Grants Fund (SBGF) and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund (RHLGF).
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Decision
Decision: Coronavirus (COVID-19): ministerial direction on spend
Letters authorising spend on urgent coronavirus (COVID-19) issues by the Department of Health and Social Care and its ALBs.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides to accompany coronavirus press conference: 30 March 2020
Press conference slides used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
The Foreign Secretary and Secretary of State for Transport wrote about the new government-industry partnership to help stranded British travellers to return.
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Press release
Press release: New Government partnership with airlines to fly back more tourists stranded abroad
The Foreign Office has announced a new Government partnership with airlines to fly back more tourists stranded abroad due to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Destroying spoilt beer during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out about temporary changes to the destruction of spoilt beer if you’re a brewer or publican.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): an update on the Grenfell Tower site
An update for the Grenfell Community.
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Press release
Press release: Government cracks down on spread of false coronavirus information online
Specialist units are operating to combat misinformation about coronavirus and five to ten incidents are being identified and tackled each day.
This is a specification of the minimally clinically acceptable Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) system to be used in UK hospitals.
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World news story
World news story: COVID-19: FAQs for British Nationals in Bangladesh
The British High Commission in Dhaka has created a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) relating to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic for British nationals.
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Press release
Press release: New advice to support mental health during coronavirus outbreak
People struggling with their mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak will be offered additional online support and practical guidance to help them cope.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus outbreak FAQs: what you can and can’t do
Frequently asked questions on what you can and can’t do during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: First food parcels delivered to clinically vulnerable people
The first free food boxes containing essential supplies have been delivered to those at highest risk from coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: 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.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter from the Secretary of State to the social care workforce
The letter thanks the social care workforce for their help on coronavirus (COVID-19) so far.
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News story
News story: Response to the Financial Times article on ventilators
Response to 28/03/20 edition of FT Weekend’s claims on ventilators.
Non-statutory guidance for landlords, tenants and local authorities in the private and social rented sectors in the context of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: safeguarding in schools, colleges and other providers
Guidance for schools and colleges to support them keeping children safe, including online, during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Government response
Government response: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and high blood pressure medication
There is no evidence from clinical or epidemiological studies that treatment with ACE-I or ARBs might worsen COVID-19 infection.
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Press release
Press release: PM call with President Trump: 27 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke with President Donald Trump.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches new drive on coronavirus tests for frontline NHS staff
NHS staff will be first in line for a new coronavirus (COVID-19) testing programme being developed in collaboration with government and industry.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Check if you could be covered by the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Find out if your employer is eligible, and how much your employer can claim if they’re unable to operate or have no work for you to do because of coronavirus (COVID-19). Further detail will be published on this page shortly.
Measures to protect renters affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): UK transport and travel advice
Using public transport during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Government advice on home moving during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
This guidance applies to people buying or selling private residential homes which they intend to live in.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Claim a grant through the coronavirus (COVID-19) Self-employment Income Support Scheme
Use this scheme if you’re self-employed or a member of a partnership and have lost income due to coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus: How to help safely
Across the UK people are playing their part and providing essential support to their friends and family who are in isolation.
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Guidance
Guidance: Packaging and transport requirements for patient samples – UN3373
Guidance on the transport of patient specimens suspected of containing Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Deferral of VAT payments due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
Temporary changes to the VAT payments due between 20 March 2020 and 30 June 2020 to help businesses manage their cash flow.
This guidance sets out the clinical requirements based on the consensus of what is ‘minimally acceptable’ performance in the opinion of the anaesthesia and intensive care medicine professionals and medical device regulators.
Find out what equipment, services or supplies are taxable if your employees are working from home due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Regulatory status of equipment being used to help prevent coronavirus (COVID-19)
There are different regulations which apply to devices and equipment including hand gels and PPE (personal protective equipment)
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News story
News story: COVID-19 IMPACT: UK Visa Application Centre in Accra Closure
Due to the international effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus, the UK Visa Application Centre in Accra will be closed to the public effective immediately.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information for individuals and businesses in Scotland
Use this page to navigate the guidance on the virus for people in Scotland.
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Press release
Press release: Government to provide free car parking for NHS and social care staff
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is giving immediate financial backing for all NHS trusts to provide free car parking to NHS staff for the duration of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Dominic Raab gave a statement after the US-chaired session where G7 Foreign Ministers committed to use their collective powers to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 25 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19: hotel accommodation to support key workers and vulnerable people
Letter regarding the exemption for hotels, hostels and B&Bs to open so they can offer accommodation to key workers and support rough sleepers to keep them off the streets and in suitable accommodation.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): travel advice for educational settings
Advice for educational settings, and their students and staff, who are travelling or planning to travel during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Companies to receive 3-month extension period to file accounts during COVID-19
Businesses will be given an additional 3 months to file accounts with Companies House to help companies avoid penalties as they deal with the impact of COVID-19.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: COVID-19 advice for accommodation providers
Guidance and advice for those providing hotel and other accommodation in the UK.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for UK visa applicants and temporary UK residents
This is advice for visa customers and applicants in the UK, visa customers outside of the UK and British nationals overseas who need to apply for a passport affected by travel restrictions associated with coronavirus.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Foreign Secretary’s statement on support for British people abroad
Dominic Raab responded to an urgent question in the House of Commons on how government is supporting British people who are abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): vehicle approval tests
Vehicle approval tests are suspended for up to 3 months due to coronavirus – but tests are available for vehicles that are critical to the COVID-19 response.
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Guidance
Guidance: Further businesses and premises to close
This document provides guidance on the closure of all non-essential businesses and premises as part of further social distancing measures.
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Guidance
Guidance: Full guidance on staying at home and away from others
The single most important action we can all take, in fighting coronavirus, is to stay at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives.
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Speech
Speech: PM address to the nation on coronavirus: 23 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation on coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): maintaining further education provision
Operational guidance for further education (FE) providers on maintaining education and skills training provision.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): apprenticeship programme response
This document sets out guidance for apprentices, employers, training providers and assessment organisations in response to the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Commercial tenants who cannot pay their rent because of coronavirus will be protected from eviction.
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Press release
Press release: Foreign Secretary advises all British travellers to return to the UK now
All British tourists and short-stay travellers currently abroad should return to the UK where commercial flight options are still available.
This document provides guidance and compliance advice for those businesses and other venues asked by the government to close as part of further social distancing measures.
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News story
News story: Government sets out plans to enforce closure of businesses and other venues
Local government will be responsible for enforcing regulations requiring those businesses asked to close on 20 March 2020, in new guidance issued today, 22 March 2020.
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News story
News story: COVID-19 essential travel guidance
Guidance and advice to avoid non-essential travel in the UK.
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Answer
Answer: Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do
Find out about the government response to coronavirus (COVID-19) and what you need to do.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: school closures
What schools will need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 22 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
Questions and answers about the provisions being made for vulnerable children and young people.
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Speech
Speech: PM Mother’s Day words: 22 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s words on Mother’s Day.
Information for shielding and protecting people defined on medical grounds as extremely vulnerable from COVID-19.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for UK businesses
Guidance for UK businesses trading internationally
Guidance to support management of children and young people in residential educational settings, including boarding schools, residential special schools and specialist colleges and children’s homes.
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Press release
Press release: Government announces further measures on social distancing
Entertainment and hospitality premises to close temporarily and people urged to only travel if absolutely essential.
Temporary relaxation of the EU and GB drivers’ hours rules for drivers carrying goods by road.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance on drivers’ hours relaxations
Guidance on the relaxation of drivers’ hours rules, in the context of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: Guidance for businesses on further social distancing
This guidance is for businesses on the further social distancing measures outlined by the government.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for schools and other educational settings
Guidance and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19) in educational settings for staff, parents and carers, pupils and students.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): cancellation of GCSEs, AS and A levels in 2020
This guidance aims to answer common questions in relation to the cancellation of GCSEs, AS and A levels due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in 2020.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): ventilator supply specification
Specification of rapidly manufactured ventilator systems needed as part of the response to coronavirus (COVID-19).
Driving tests are suspended for up to 3 months except for critical workers, and MOTs for lorries, buses and trailers are also suspended for up to 3 months.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): MOTs for lorries, buses and trailers
Your lorry, bus or trailer will be exempt from needing an MOT for 3 months from 21 March 2020. You might need to apply for this, depending on your vehicle.
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Collection
Collection: COVID-19: guidance for health professionals
Information on COVID-19, including guidance on the assessment and management of suspected UK cases.
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Press release
Press release: Online isolation notes launched – providing proof of coronavirus absence from work
People unable to work for more than seven days because of coronavirus (COVID-19) can obtain an isolation note through a new online service.
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Guidance
Guidance: Closure of educational settings: information for parents and carers
Information for parents and carers about the closure of schools and other educational settings following the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): maintaining educational provision
Guidance about maintaining educational provision for schools, colleges and local authorities.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): hospital discharge service requirements
Sets out how health and care systems and providers should change their discharging arrangements and the provision of community support during the coronavirus situation.
Residential care, supported living and home care in the event of a coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Temporary relaxation of the EU drivers’ hours rules for drivers making essential deliveries to consumers’ homes.
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News story
News story: £2.9 billion funding to strengthen care for the vulnerable
The funding will help patients who no longer need urgent hospital treatment to return home, making at least 15,000 beds available during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Collection
Collection: MHRA guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
We are producing guidance for industry covering the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Managing potential supply issues with medicines during Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Marketing authorisation holders (MAHs) need to provide the MHRA with information about any supply issues they are experiencing, as a result of COVID-19.
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Impact assessment
Impact assessment: Coronavirus bill: summary of impacts
A summary of impacts relating to clauses within the coronavirus bill.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Clinical trials applications for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The MHRA is ready to prioritise and provide any assistance for clinical trials applications submitted for COVID-19
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Managing clinical trials during Coronavirus (COVID-19)
How investigators and sponsors should manage clinical trials during COVID-19
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Press release
Press release: Plans set out to support pupils eligible for free school meals
Children eligible for free school meals will be offered meals or vouchers as an alternative if they can no longer attend school due to coronavirus measures
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: free school meals guidance
Guidance for schools and local authorities on free school meals arrangements during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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News story
News story: Military stands up COVID Support Force
The Defence Secretary announces new measures to put service personnel and Reservists on standby to support public services in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: ethical framework for adult social care
A framework to support the planning and organisation of adult social care during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Proposals agreed to ensure vulnerable customers who may fall into debt remain supplied with energy while in self isolation.
Transport Secretary today chaired a call with airlines and airports.
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Guidance
Guidance: Business rates: expanded retail discount – guidance
Guidance on the operation of expanded retail discount 2020 to 2021 coronavirus response, announced at Budget 2020.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 18 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
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News story
News story: Mobile networks remove data charges for online NHS coronavirus advice
Free access to online NHS services will be available for as long as coronavirus (COVID-19) remains widespread in the UK.
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Press release
Press release: Complete ban on evictions and additional protection for renters
Government announces radical package of measures to protect renters and landlords affected by coronavirus.
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World news story
World news story: French personal travel waiver certificate
A translation of the French personal travel exemption relating to the COVID-19 decree.
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World news story
World news story: French professional travel waiver certificate
Translation of the French professional travel exemption relating to the COVID-19 decree.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for local government
Guidance for local councils during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Spain travel advice: Foreign Office statement, 18 March 2020
The FCO advises all British travellers in Spain to contact their tour operator or airline as soon as possible, to arrange their return journey before 24 March.
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News story
News story: Testing for coronavirus (COVID-19) will increase to 25,000 a day
The government will increase the number of people tested for COVID-19 to 25,000 hospital patients a day.
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Guidance
Guidance: Procurement Policy Note 01/20: Responding to COVID-19
This Procurement Policy Note gives information and guidance on public procurement regulations and responding to the coronavirus, COVID-19, outbreak.
Planning rules will be relaxed so pubs and restaurants can operate as hot food takeaways during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information for individuals and businesses in Wales
Use this page to navigate the latest guidance on the virus for people in Wales
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World news story
World news story: Advice for moving around France
Translation of the French government’s advice on the restrictive measures
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News story
News story: Emergency bill to strengthen coronavirus (COVID-19) response plans
New laws will be introduced to protect public health, increase NHS capacity, strengthen social care and support the public to take the right action at the right time.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus bill: what it will do
Measures contained in the fast-tracked coronavirus legislation and why they are needed to effectively manage the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the UK.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for employees, employers and businesses
Guidance for employees, employers and businesses in providing advice about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): driving tests and theory tests
You should still go for your driving or theory test, unless you, someone you live with, your instructor or someone they live with have coronavirus symptoms.
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News story
News story: Free childcare offers to continue during coronavirus closures
The Government will continue to pay funding to local authorities for the free entitlements for two, three and four-year-olds
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and prisons
Guidance about visiting prisons during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: £3.2 million emergency support for rough sleepers during coronavirus outbreak
Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick announces £3.2 million emergency funding to help rough sleepers to self-isolate.
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News story
News story: New government structures to coordinate response to coronavirus
The Prime Minister has set up new ministerial structures to coordinate, prioritise and respond to the coronavirus pandemic across government.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave a statement advising against all non-essential travel overseas in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Travel advice: coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for British people travelling and living overseas during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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News story
News story: Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for employees, employers and businesses
Information on healthcare advice for employers and support for businesses.
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News story
News story: New guidance for households with possible COVID-19 infection
Next stage of COVID-19 public information campaign highlights guidance for households with possible infection.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): courts and tribunals planning and preparation
This page provides advice and guidance for all court and tribunal users during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and will be updated when new advice is available.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for households with possible coronavirus infection
Stay at home guidance for households with possible coronavirus (COVID-19) infection.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: COVID-19 guidance for mass gatherings
Guidance and advice for those arranging or planning to attend events in the UK.
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News story
News story: Production and Supply of Ventilators and Ventilator Components
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy is looking for organisations who can support in the supply of ventilators and ventilator components across the United Kingdom as part of the Government’s response to COVID-19.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance on social distancing and for vulnerable people
Guidance on social distancing for everyone in the UK and protecting older people and vulnerable people.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Controlling the spread of COVID-19: Health Secretary’s statement to Parliament
Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock updated Parliament on the significant steps taken to control the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Press release
Press release: Robert Jenrick reaffirms support for councils in their coronavirus response
The Local Government Secretary addressed over 300 council leaders and sector bodies in a call on the government’s response to coronavirus.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 16 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: Face-to-face health assessments for benefits suspended amid coronavirus outbreak
Claimants on disability benefits will no longer be required to attend face-to-face assessments. The change also covers health checks for Universal Credit.
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News story
News story: Government publishes updated COVID-19 industry guidance
New and updated industry guidance published on limiting the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), following last week’s shift to the ‘delay’ phase of the action plan.
Changes put in place in response to the coronavirus situation.
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Press release
Press release: Braemar Cruise Ship: Foreign Office Statement
Evacuation flights from Cuba are being planned for passengers aboard the Braemar cruise ship in co-ordination with Fred Olsen Cruise Lines.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and risk in the UK
Find out the number of cases and risk level in the UK, what to do if you have symptoms, and what the government is doing about the virus.
Article by Chief Scientific Adviser Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for staff in the transport sector
Guidance on COVID-19, including general precautions for staff and guidance on the assessment and management of arrivals into the UK.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance
Find guidance about coronavirus (COVID-19) for health professionals and other organisations.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for educational settings
Guidance for schools and other educational settings in providing advice about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
Government Updates
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Replacement feed
Replacement feed: coronavirus (COVID-19)
This coronavirus (COVID-19) RSS feed is being replaced with a new feed from Search – GOV.UK
Advice for manufacturers, members of the public and professional users of software or apps being used during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: £7 million for new coalition of vulnerable children’s charities
Funding package for targeted help to young people and their families most affected by coronavirus
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News story
News story: Face coverings to become mandatory on public transport
From 15 June, face coverings will be required while using public transport in England.
Face coverings will be required on public transport from 15 June 2020..
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News story
News story: UK aid-backed drone technology supports Ghana’s coronavirus fight
A partnership between UK aid and Gavi: the Vaccine Alliance, is supporting the Government of Ghana to use Zipline drones to collect coronavirus test samples.
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Guidance
Guidance: Initial teacher training (ITT): criteria and supporting advice
Mandatory guidance on the criteria that organisations must meet to provide initial teacher training (ITT).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 4 June 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Driver CPC card validity for lorry, bus and coach drivers
Changes to the validity of Driver CPC cards held by lorry, bus and coach drivers.
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Press release
Press release: £7 million for vulnerable pupils leaving Alternative Provision
More than 11,000 vulnerable young people to receive support to move into next stage of education or employment
The requirements on manufacturing 3D printing will depend on whether the item is classed as a medical device or personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Press release
Press release: Trade Credit Insurance backed by £10 billion guarantee
Government to provide guarantees of up to £10 billion to Trade Credit Insurance schemes for business-to-business transactions
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): how to self-isolate when you travel to the UK
Sets out how to self-isolate if you arrive in the UK on or after 8 June 2020. You will not be allowed to leave the place you’re staying for the first 14 days you’re in the UK.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coming to the UK for seasonal agricultural work on English farms
Advice for seasonal agricultural workers coming to England to work on farms and their employers.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement at the coronavirus press conference: 3 June 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave a statement at the coronavirus press conference on 3 June 2020.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 3 June
Press conference slides used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: Assessment and procurement of coronavirus (COVID-19) tests
How the government assesses offers of COVID-19 tests from developers for procurement and use in the UK.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Home Secretary oral statement on health measures at the border
The Home Secretary delivered an oral statement to the House of Commons on health measures being introduced at the border in response to coronavirus.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 2 June 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Dairy response fund set to open for applications
Eligible English dairy farmers able to apply for up to £10,000 to overcome impact of coronavirus.
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News story
News story: Public health border measures to come into force next week
The rules which cover the new measures at the UK border to protect against coronavirus will be published on 3 June 2020.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: FCO areas of research interest (ARI) 2020: coronavirus (COVID-19) update
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) ARI has been updated to set out our research areas of interest relating to the response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 1 June 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 2 June 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP and Professor John Newton.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): testing data methodology
Information on the data sources and methodology used to provide the daily statistics on coronavirus testing.
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News story
News story: Coronavirus: Environment Agency update
The Environment Agency’s priority is to protect people and the environment, and to support those we regulate during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: UK science and the fight against COVID-19
Dr Hanbin ZHENG, Senior UK Science & Innovation Officer, on the UK’s science-led international collaborations, especially in Singapore and the Southeast Asian region, in the fight against COVID-19.
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Press release
Press release: Yemen: new UK aid will help stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19)
A new package of funding for Yemen is to be announced today by the Foreign Secretary.
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Guidance
Guidance: Student number controls
The measures to protect students and universities during the coronavirus outbreak, including temporary student number controls and additional places.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 1 June 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP and Professor John Newton.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice on accessing green spaces safely
Advice on using green spaces and protecting yourself and others from coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: UK reaches 200,000 coronavirus testing capacity target a day early
Following the rapid expansion of coronavirus testing, the UK reached the 200,000 capacity target on Saturday 30 May, including capacity for 40,000 antibody tests a day
Statement from Dame Louise Casey, the Prime Minister’s advisor on rough sleeping, on the efforts to support rough sleepers during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Communities Secretary on the government’s response to COVID-19.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 31 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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News story
News story: Prime Minister hails resilience of shielders as restrictions set to ease
Extremely vulnerable people who have been “shielding” in England to be able to spend time outdoors.
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Press release
Press release: Government gives green light to resumption of compeitive sport behind closed doors
DCMS publishes ‘stage three’ of its elite and professional sport guidance
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Speech
Speech: Oliver Dowden’s statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 30 May 2020
Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Secretary gave the 30 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-M-O: Consensus statement on public gatherings, 11 March 2020
Consensus statement from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-M-O: Consensus view: 13 April review of social distancing measures, 1 April 2020
Consensus view from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 7 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-fourth meeting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 5 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-third meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 1 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-second meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 1 May 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirty-first meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 30 April 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s thirtieth meeting.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 28 April 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s twenty-ninth meeting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SAGE minutes: Coronavirus (COVID-19) response, 23 April 2020
Record of the discussion that took place at SAGE’s twenty-eighth meeting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Policing the coronavirus outbreak: processes and prospects for collective disorder, 19 April 2020
A briefing note for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) outlining the factors related to collective disorder.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: Symptom-based contact tracing in comparison to test-based approaches – note, 29 April 2020
Briefing note prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: Approach to suppress and control route – initial view, 22 April 2020
Paper prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Policing, protest and changes to COVID-19 control measures in the UK, 4 May 2020
Paper by the Security and Policing sub-group of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) / Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: How behaviour may change following testing – initial response, 22 April 2020
Paper prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) on how behaviour might change after testing.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: The use of facemasks in a community setting, 20 April 2020
Return by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) to the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) on the use of facemasks in a community setting.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: SPI-B: Antibody tests: realise benefits and minimize harms – note, 1 April 2020
Paper prepared by Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Speech
Speech: UK Statement to the WTO General Council
The UK’s Ambassador to the WTO and UN in Geneva, Julian Braithwaite, delivered this statement to the WTO General Council on 29 May 2020.
Anyone supplying these types of tests should temporarily stop this service.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): looking after people who lack mental capacity
Guidance for health and social care staff who are caring for, or treating, a person who lacks the relevant mental capacity.
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Corporate report
Corporate report: Coronavirus Act report: May 2020
The first two-monthly report on which powers in the Coronavirus Act 2020 are currently active.
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Press release
Press release: Government to publish code of practice with commercial sector in boost to high street
High street businesses and landlords are set to benefit from a new code of practice, to provide them with clarity and reassurance over rent payments.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for the coronavirus Local Authority Discretionary Grants Fund
The Discretionary Grant Fund supports small and micro businesses that are not eligible for other grant schemes.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: advice for smokers and vapers
Advice for people who smoke or vape during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: PM: Six people can meet outside under new measures to ease lockdown
PM Boris Johnson announced groups of up to six people will be able to meet outdoors in England from Monday 1 June, provided strict social distancing guidelines are followed.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Help children aged 2 to 4 to learn at home during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Advice for parents and carers of early years children who have not yet started school.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 28 May 2020
Press conference slides used by Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Press release
Press release: PM call with First Ministers: 28 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke with the First Ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, as well as the deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: 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.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches NHS Test and Trace service
New guidance means those who have been in close contact with someone who tests positive must isolate for 14 days, even if they have no symptoms.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 27 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Baroness Dido Harding and Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19 testing data: letter to the Office for Statistics Regulation
Response from Matt Hancock, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, to a letter from Sir David Norgrove, chair of the Office for Statistics Regulation.
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World news story
World news story: French border restrictions in response to coronavirus
A summary of the border restrictions in place for travelling to the UK and to France.
Translation of the French government’s press release on border restrictions.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus: MOT centre and tester guidance
Guidance on providing MOT tests during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, including how to limit the spread of coronavirus.
When you can store or treat coronavirus (COVID-19) cleansing and used PPE waste without having codes 15 02 02* or 15 02 03 in your permit.
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Collection
Collection: HM Treasury coronavirus (COVID-19) business loan scheme statistics
HMT management information about the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS), Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS) and Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS).
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Press release
Press release: Government significantly boosts UK PPE supply with more than 100 new deals
The government has signed deals with more than 100 new suppliers from around the world as well as ramping up domestic production to help meet demand for PPE.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 26 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Environmental influence on transmission of COVID-19 (28 April 2020)
Research compiled by the Environmental and Modelling Group for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Research and analysis
Research and analysis: Evidence of environmental dispersion of COVID-19 for different mechanisms (14 April 2020)
A brief evidence summary for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 26 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor John Newton.
Businesses, faith groups and local communities are being urged to help new Rough Sleeping Taskforce.
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Press release
Press release: UK Government to provide up to £23m in extra funding to tackle coronavirus in Wales
Simon Hart: Additional funding for Wales “highlights our determination to move forward together” in fight against coronavirus
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Guidance on searching for archaeological finds in England during COVID-19
Guidance for members of the public (including metal-detectorists) searching for archaeological finds in England during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Guidance
Guidance: Preparing for the wider opening of schools from 1 June
Planning guides for school leaders to help them prepare to open their schools for more pupils during the coronavirus outbreak.
Guidance for the public, providers of outdoor sport facilities, elite athletes, personal trainers and coaches on the phased return of sport and recreation.
A planning guide for early years providers, in England, to help prepare them to open their settings for all children from 1 June 2020.
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Press release
Press release: 6000 new supported homes as part of landmark commitment to end rough sleeping
Radical plans to provide thousands of long-term, safe homes for vulnerable rough sleepers taken off the streets during the pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: £50 million boost to support the recovery of our high streets
The Reopening High Streets Safely Fund will help councils in England introduce a range of safety measures in a move to get people back to work and customers back to the shops.
Further funding to protect and increase transport services, level up infrastructure and regenerate local economies after the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Citizens Advice and Citizens Advice Scotland to receive funding boost of up to £15 million to help them deal with increased demand during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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News story
News story: Plans announced for London’s Covid-19 recovery
A new London Transition Board will co-ordinate London’s response as it emerges from the lockdown and begins to reopen its economy while controlling the virus.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) essential international travel guidance
This page provides guidance on travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Foreign & Commonwealth Office advises against all but essential travel.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): providing home care
Information for those providing personal care to people living in their own home during the coronavirus outbreak.
The Home Secretary, Priti Patel, explains the measures to be taken at the border to avoid a second wave of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission at the 22 May 2020 daily press briefing.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: The R number in the UK
The reproduction number (R) is the average number of secondary infections produced by 1 infected person.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 22 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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News story
News story: Government publishes latest R number
The Government Office for Science is publishing the latest R number range for the UK.
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News story
News story: Home Secretary announces new public health measures for all UK arrivals
New measures at the UK border to guard against a second wave of coronavirus infections have been announced by the Home Secretary today.
Local authorities will be central to supporting the new test and trace service in England, with the government providing a new funding package of £300 million.
New antibody testing programme to provide tens of thousands of antibody tests per day across the UK from next week.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 21 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Trial of rapid coronavirus test launched in Hampshire
The new coronavirus (COVID-19) test is highly effective in clinical settings and can return results on site, without being sent to a laboratory, within 20 minutes.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 21 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Matt Hancock MP and Professor Chris Whitty.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Safeguarding and remote education during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Understand how to follow safeguarding procedures when planning remote education strategies and teaching remotely during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Collection
Collection: Statistics on coronavirus funding for business
Data on the government loans and grants to support businesses and self employed people through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: Oliver Dowden’s statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 20 May 2020
Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Secretary gave the 20 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Coronavirus and regional security: UK statement on Foreign Ministers’ meeting
The Foreign Secretary hosted a meeting with the Turkish, French, and German Foreign Ministers, to discuss coronavirus as well as Middle East security issues.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 20 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Oliver Dowden CBE MP and Professor Stephen Powis.
The government has pledged £750 million to ensure VCSE can continue their vital work supporting the country during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, including £200m for the Coronavirus Community Support Fund, along with an additional £150 million from dormant bank and building society accounts.
How local authorities and social care providers can tell DHSC about the death of an employee or volunteer in social care.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): recreational general aviation
Guidance on recreational general aviation (GA) flying during the coronavirus outbreak.
The national and global response to the spread of COVID-19 continues to develop quickly and our collective knowledge of the virus is growing by the second.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to all postmasters
Letter from the Minister for Small Business, Consumers and Corporate Responsibility, Paul Scully, to all postmasters, their staff and Post Office employees.
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Consultation outcome
Consultation outcome: Capacity Market: proposal to relax the rules temporarily in response to COVID-19
We’re seeking views on ways to relax certain Capacity Market obligations and deadlines, reduce the burden and minimise terminations during COVID-19.
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Press release
Press release: £40m boost for cutting-edge start-ups
Innovative businesses and start-ups are set to benefit from a £40 million government investment to drive forward new technological advances.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): support for care homes
Sets out the support package to keep care homes safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Wales to receive additional £64.5m as a result of transport funding in England
The UK Government has now provided over £2.2 billion in direct funding to Wales in order to manage the impact of coronavirus
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 19 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon George Eustice MP and Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Guidance
Guidance: How tests and testing kits for coronavirus (COVID-19) work
The different types of tests and testing kits for COVID-19, and the specifications for manufacturers.
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Press release
Press release: Conservationists rescued from one of the most isolated places in the world
A team of conservationists stranded on one of the most remote places on earth made it back to the UK following a 12-day voyage to Ascension Island and a military flight home.
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National statistics
National statistics: Latest figures show millions benefitting from Treasury coronavirus support schemes
New figures on the UK-wide government support schemes for individuals and businesses have been published today, Tuesday 19 May 2020.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: Latest figures show millions benefitting from Treasury coronavirus support schemes
New figures on the UK-wide government support schemes for individuals and businesses have been published today, Tuesday 19 May 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme set to launch
Employers will be able to make claims through the Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme from 26 May.
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Press release
Press release: £37 million to support children with complex needs
The multi-million-pound settlement will help low-income families with seriously ill or disabled children with the cost of equipment, goods or services
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Press release
Press release: Everyone in the United Kingdom with symptoms now eligible for coronavirus tests
Everyone in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland with coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms can now get a test.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 18 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Health Secretary’s statement to Parliament
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock updated Parliament on the government’s response to coronavirus.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 18 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Dominic Raab MP.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Transport for London extraordinary funding and financing
Support funding package for Transport for London in order to keep vital public transport services running in London.
COVID-19 guidance for commissioners and service providers for those dependent on drugs or alcohol
A new £600 million Infection Control Fund has been introduced to tackle the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in care homes.
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News story
News story: Government invests £35 million to protect critical freight routes
Ensuring there is enough freight capacity to prevent disruption to the flow of critical goods, such as food and medical supplies.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for people in England with animals
Advice for pet owners and livestock keepers on looking after the welfare of animals during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This advice applies to England only.
New information about coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms has been announced.
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 17 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to social housing residents
Letter from the Minister of Housing setting out the measures that are in place to support social housing residents during the next phase towards reopening society.
Check if you can get a payment deferral or deregister if you are a business with an annual fee due between 1 May and 30 September 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Funding and manufacturing boost for UK vaccine programme
UK’s top researchers rapidly working to find a coronavirus vaccine will benefit from £84 million of new government funding.
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Press release
Press release: Vaccines Manufacturing and Innovation Centre to open 12 months ahead of schedule
Race to manufacture millions of doses of a coronavirus vaccine boosted with a multi-million-pound government investment.
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Speech
Speech: Prime Minister’s article in the Mail on Sunday: 17 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s piece in the Mail on Sunday.
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Press release
Press release: Government begins large scale study of coronavirus immunity
Major long-term study will track spread of coronavirus in general population
Education Secretary on the Government’s response to the outbreak of coronavirus and plans to begin returning to school safely
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 16 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Gavin Williamson CBE MP and Dr Jenny Harries.
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News story
News story: Government announces roadmap taskforces
New ministerial-led taskforces have been set up to plan how closed sectors can reopen safely.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Community Infrastructure Levy guidance
In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), MHCLG has published guidance for local authorities on Community Infrastructure Levy matters.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) – compulsory purchase guidance
In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), MHCLG has published guidance for acquiring authorities on compulsory purchase matters.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Planning update
In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), MHCLG has published an update on planning matters, including temporary measures to make it easier to operate the planning system.
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News story
News story: Government to support businesses through Trade Credit Insurance guarantee
Businesses with supply chains which rely on Trade Credit Insurance and who are experiencing difficulties maintaining cover due to Coronavirus will get support from the government, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, John Glen has announced.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Claim a grant through the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme
If you’re self-employed or a member of a partnership and have been adversely affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) use this scheme if you’re eligible to claim the grant.
Guidance for the owners and operators of urban centres and green spaces to help social distancing.
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Press release
Press release: New partnership to sequence human genomes in fight against coronavirus
Thousands of patients severely ill with coronavirus will have their genetic code studied to help scientists understand whether a person’s genetics may influence their susceptibility to the virus.
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Press release
Press release: New guidance on spending time outdoors
Details on a range of outdoor activities which will be allowed in England from 13 May 2020 subject to social distancing rules.
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 12 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides to accompany coronavirus press conference: 12 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Alok Sharma MP and Professor Stephen Powis.
The government has announced the expansion of the expert team leading on the rapid nationwide roll-out of the coronavirus (COVID-19) test and trace programme.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Coronavirus (COVID-19): new transport guidance for passengers and operators
Announcing new safer travel guidance for members of the public and safer transport guidance for operators.
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News story
News story: Chancellor extends furlough scheme until October
The government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme will remain open until the end of October, the Chancellor announced today (Tuesday 12 May 2020).
Guidance for safer travel and safer transport operations during the next phase of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): safer travel guidance for passengers
Walking, cycling, and travelling in vehicles or on public transport during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): safer transport guidance for operators
Safer working principles and risk assessment for transport operators and organisations.
Next steps for the phased wider opening of educational and childcare settings.
Advice for those working in adult social care on managing your mental health and how employers can take care of the wellbeing of their staff during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches new portal for care homes to arrange coronavirus testing
All care home staff and residents are now eligible for testing with priority for those in homes that look after the over-65s.
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News story
News story: New guidance launched to help get Brits safely back to work
Government publishes guidance for employers to help them get their businesses back up and running and workplaces operating safely.
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Press release
Press release: 30,000 stranded Brits returned to the UK on Government charter flights
More than 30,000 British travellers have now returned to the UK on 142 special Government charter flights from 27 different countries and territories since the outbreak of coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: Public advised to cover faces in enclosed spaces
The public is advised to consider wearing face coverings in enclosed public spaces such as shops, trains and buses to help reduce the spread of coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Staying safe outside your home
The principles you should follow to ensure that time spent outside your home is as safe as possible.
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Guidance
Guidance: Our plan to rebuild: The UK Government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy
The Government’s roadmap for how and when the UK will adjust its response to the COVID-19 crisis.
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Guidance
Guidance: Staying alert and safe (social distancing)
The most important thing we can do is to stay alert, control the virus, and in doing so, save lives.
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Speech
Speech: PM address to the nation on coronavirus: 10 May 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation on coronavirus.
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Statutory guidance
Statutory guidance: Reallocating road space in response to COVID-19: statutory guidance for local authorities
Guidance for local authorities on managing their road networks in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Announcing a £2 billion package to support active travel to help the country emerge from coronavirus crisis.
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News story
News story: £2 billion package to create new era for cycling and walking
Alternative ways to travel, such as walking and cycling, could relieve the pressure on public transport.
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Press release
Press release: Millions more items of PPE for frontline staff from new business partnerships
NHS and social care staff in the UK are set to receive millions of items of personal protective equipment (PPE) over the coming months thanks to new collaborations with a number of organisations.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 8 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis.
The Minister of State for Security writes to industry partners on countering online child sexual exploitation and abuse during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: British Gurkhas and UK Government rescue mission to help stranded Brits in Nepal
British Gurkhas in Nepal have helped to rescue 109 Brits stranded in remote areas across the country so they could return home on Government charter flights.
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News story
News story: Domestic abuse charities can apply for vital funds
Charities can bid for a share of £10 million funding to support victims of domestic abuse.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 7 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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Guidance
Guidance: Domestic abuse safe accommodation: COVID-19 emergency support fund
This prospectus provides prospective bidders with information on how to apply for funding and how the assessment process will work.
Find out about temporary changes that may affect you if you’re applying for, or already getting, Tax-Free Childcare or 30 hours free childcare.
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Press release
Press release: UK announces more flights to bring stranded Brits home from India
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has announced five further flights to bring stranded British travellers home from India.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Medical devices clinical investigations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Advice for investigators and sponsors of ongoing clinical investigations and new applications.
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News story
News story: Leaving lockdown together: Why we are better united against coronavirus
Writing in today’s Western Mail, Welsh Secretary Simon Hart set out the importance of moving forward out of lockdown as one United Kingdom
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus Act 2020: status
A table setting out the status of each measure in the Coronavirus Act 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Over 1 million food boxes delivered to those most at risk from coronavirus
Over 1 million boxes of essential food have now been delivered to those at highest risk across England.
The Communities Secretary on the government’s response to COVID-19 and the work being done locally.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 6 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Yvonne Doyle.
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Press release
Press release: Dedicated app for social care workers launched
A new dedicated app for the adult social care workforce in England has been launched to support staff through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: New funding to support dairy farmers through coronavirus
A new fund will enable eligible dairy farmers in England to access up to £10,000 each to help them overcome the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Local leaders pledge to continue vital building safety work
Leaders from 25 councils have pledged their commitment to ensuring vital building safety work continues during the pandemic.
Guidance for specialists for initiation of valproate in female patients and for annual review and pregnancy testing to support adherence to pregnancy prevention requirements during the pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: New reagent available to support global diagnostic testing of coronavirus (COVID-19)
A new biological reagent is now available to labs around the UK and the world that will help them to set up and develop accurate diagnostic tests for coronavirus (COVID-19).
How businesses can offer services, funds and volunteers to civil society during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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News story
News story: Business rates revaluation postponed
A revaluation of business rates will no longer take place in 2021 to help reduce uncertainty for firms affected by the impacts of coronavirus.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: 5G and coronavirus (COVID-19)
There is no evidence of a link between 5G and coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Remote education during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Information, guidance and support for teachers and leaders on educating children during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Keeping pupils motivated and engaged
Schools are using various methods to keep pupils interested and motivated when learning remotely.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Adapting the curriculum for remote education
Schools have been using various methods to adapt the curriculum for remote education to best meet the needs of pupils.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Adapting teaching practice for remote education
Schools have been using various methods to adapt teaching practice for remote education to best meet the needs of pupils.
Letter to councils in England on the re-opening household waste and recycling centres.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Supporting pupils’ wellbeing
Schools have been using various methods to ensure that they are supporting pupils’ wellbeing and providing pastoral care.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Remote education practice for schools during coronavirus (COVID-19)
An opportunity for schools to learn from each other’s emerging practice as they develop their approaches to providing remote education.
Examples of practice for remote education from schools and academies across England.
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Press release
Press release: UK condemns cyber actors seeking to benefit from global coronavirus pandemic
Foreign Secretary warns hostile cyber actors against using global pandemic for their own malicious ends
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 5 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 5 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): verification of death in times of emergency
Clarifying existing practice for verifying deaths outside of hospitals and providing a framework for safe verification of death during the coronavirus emergency.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 4 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Coronavirus test, track and trace plan launched on Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight residents will be the first to get access to a new contact tracing app as part of government action to minimise the spread of COVID-19.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 4 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Guidance
Guidance: Actions for HE providers during the coronavirus outbreak
Information for HE providers on the government support package available for universities and students, the process for clearing and student numbers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Get technology support for children and schools during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for local authorities, academy trusts and schools on how to get internet access, digital devices and support to provide remote education during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Local authorities can also get support for care leavers, and children and young people with a social worker.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Support for zoos and aquariums
Eligibility for animal welfare grants for licensed zoos and aquariums affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Apply for the Zoos Support Fund
Apply for an animal welfare grant of up to £100,000 for your zoo or aquarium affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
List of participants of SAGE and related sub-groups.
How the Foreign & Commonwealth Office processes your data if you apply for an emergency loan for living costs whilst you are abroad, waiting to return to the UK.
People who can’t work their normal hours because of coronavirus (COVID-19) will still receive their usual tax credits payments.
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News story
News story: New Bounce Back Loans to launch today
Britain’s small businesses will be able to apply for quick and easy-to access loans of up to £50,000 from today – with the cash expected to land within days.
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Press release
Press release: Emergency funding to support most vulnerable in society during pandemic
Communities Secretary announces £76 million extra funding to support survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and vulnerable children and their families and victims of modern slavery.
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Press release
Press release: Dame Louise Casey to spearhead government taskforce on rough sleeping during pandemic
A specialist taskforce has been created to lead the next phase of the Government’s support for rough sleepers during the pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 2 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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News story
News story: Top-up to local business grant funds scheme
A discretionary fund has been set up to accommodate certain small businesses previously outside the scope of the business grant funds scheme.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Bounce Back Loan Scheme: letter from the Chancellor to lenders
A letter from the Chancellor to all accredited Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme lenders on the new Bounce Back Loan Scheme.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme
The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) provides financial support to smaller businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 1 May 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Health Secretary welcomes reopening of fertility services
New guidance will allow clinics to reopen if they can prove measures to protect staff and patients are in place.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 1 May 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis.
Find out how HMRC will work out your trading profits and non-trading income if you’re self-employed or a member of a partnership and have been adversely affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
The Chancellor has made a Treasury Direction under Sections 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Run for Heroes founder wins PM award
Olivia Strong has received the Prime Minister’s daily Points of Light award.
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Press release
Press release: £6.1 million funding boost to help high streets and town centres through pandemic
Business Improvement Districts will receive funding in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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News story
News story: Government to safeguard vital Great Britain-Northern Ireland air links
Investment will protect air passenger flights for important routes between Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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World news story
World news story: Panama City hotels during coronavirus (COVID-19)
This page provides details of hotels in Panama City, to help British people find accommodation so that they are ready to take their flight to the UK.
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Press release
Press release: Fifth round of charter flights from India announced
The UK has announced seven further charter flights to bring over 2,000 stranded British travellers home from India.
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News story
News story: Prime Minister’s statement on coronavirus (COVID-19): 30 April 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s statement on coronavirus.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19: mitigating impacts on Gypsy and Traveller communities
Lord Greenhalgh, Communities Minister, has written to local authority chief executives to highlight the support needed by some members of Gypsy and Traveller communities.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 30 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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News story
News story: Treasury cut taxes to reduce PPE costs
From tomorrow (1 May 2020), PPE purchased by care homes, businesses, charities and individuals to protect against Covid-19 will be free from VAT for a three-month period.
Guidance on the medical and health support available for British people who are unable to return home due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Guidance on the financial support available for British people who are unable to return home due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the energy sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to the UK’s energy sector.
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove made a statement on coronavirus.
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove made a statement on coronavirus.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 23 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 5 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 28 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 27 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 3 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 15 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 21 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock gave the 12 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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News story
News story: A statement on our updated guidance for private candidates
Further guidance issued for Heads of Centre on making assessment judgements about private candidates.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to town and parish councils
Letter from the Secretary of State Robert Jenrick thanking town and parish councils for their work during the pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Another 900 British travellers in New Zealand set to return to the UK
Around 900 more British travellers in New Zealand are set to return home on three additional UK Government-chartered flights.
100,000 people will be sent self-testing kits to determine if they are currently infected.
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Press release
Press release: Charter flight from Guyana for stranded British nationals
A Government charter flight to bring home around 100 Britons stranded in Guyana has been announced – with booking open today.
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Press release
Press release: 20,000 stranded Brits returning to the UK from South Asia on UK charter flights
More than 20,000 British travellers, on 83 Government charter flights, will return to the UK from across South Asia by 7 May.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 29 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Daily death reporting now includes all positive COVID-19 deaths
A new method of reporting daily COVID-19 deaths has been developed by Public Health England (PHE).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 29 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Yvonne Doyle.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Repatriation during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic: Minister Adams’ statement, 29 April 2020
Foreign & Commonwealth Office Minister Nigel Adams spoke in Parliament on FCO support for British people abroad and procuring personal protective equipment.
A departmental minute outlining indemnities granted to designers and manufacturers in the Rapidly Manufactured Ventilator System Project
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Guidance
Guidance: PHE data series on deaths in people with COVID-19: technical summary
Summary of the PHE data series on deaths in people with COVID-19, outlining what the changes mean and how the data compare to other COVID-19 death data series.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Seasonal work on farms: guidance for workers
The type of seasonal work you can do on farms, who can apply, and where you can find work.
This will accelerate the development of new drugs for patients hospitalised with COVID-19, reducing the time taken to set up clinical studies for new therapies from months to weeks.
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Press release
Press release: Further expansion of access to coronavirus testing helps protect the most vulnerable
Anyone in England with coronavirus symptoms who either has to leave home to go to work or is aged 65 and over will now be able to get tested.
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Press release
Press release: Government confirms allocations of £1.6 billion funding boost for councils
Individual councils in England have funding allocations confirmed following Local Government Secretary’s announcement of £1.6 billion in additional funding.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 28 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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News story
News story: Covid-19: Update on tax policy documents
HM Treasury and HMRC are today (28 April) setting out new timelines for tax policy consultations and other work in the light of the current Covid-19 crisis.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): reuse of medicines in a care home or hospice
Standard operating procedure on how to run a safe and effective medicines reuse scheme in a care home or hospice during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Exporting personal protective equipment during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out about the changes if you are exporting personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus pandemic.
The families of health and care workers on the frontline in England will benefit from a new life assurance scheme during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for a coronavirus Bounce Back Loan
This scheme will help small and medium-sized businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) to apply for loans of up to £50,000.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 27 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Chris Whitty.
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Press release
Press release: New guidance for social landlords on essential moves
Councils and housing associations should continue to support vulnerable people to move home.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for social landlords on essential moves
Non-statutory guidance to support social landlords with allocations and transfers during the coronavirus outbreak.
Ministers from the UK Government and Welsh Government underline joint commitment to support businesses through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): fraud and cyber crime
Advice and guidance on how to protect yourself and your business from fraud and cyber crime.
The Environment Secretary spoke at the daily government press conference on 26 April 2020 to give the latest update on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: UK announces 5 more flights from Bangladesh to bring home over a thousand Brits
An additional 5 charter flights will bring home more than 1,250 British travellers to the UK from Bangladesh.
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Press release: Mobile coronavirus testing units to target frontline workers
Mobile testing units, operated by the Armed Forces, will travel around the UK to increase access to coronavirus testing.
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Press release: New measures to protect UK high street from aggressive rent collection and closure
High street shops and other companies under strain will be protected from aggressive rent collection and asked to pay what they can during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release: Clinical trial approved to help the NHS treat COVID-19 patients using plasma
If effective, a national programme will deliver up to 10,000 units of plasma a week to the NHS to help treat coronavirus (COVID-19) patients.
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Press release: Communities Secretary welcomes response to his call for parks to open
The Communities Secretary has praised councils for ensuring that the vast majority of parks are open ahead of the weekend, so more people can get outside for exercise safely.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Booking special charter flights during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
This page explains who is eligible to register for special charter flights, and how the booking process works to return to the UK during the coronavirus pandemic.
These will include the first UK charter flight from Karachi, which will depart on 30 April, in addition to further departures from Islamabad and Lahore.
Announcing measures to ensure transport boosts the national response to COVID-19 and paying tribute to the transport workers who have kept vital freight and passenger services running.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 24 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
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Government response
Government response: Freight transport in the context of COVID-19: joint statement by the United Kingdom, France and Ireland
Statement by UK Secretary of State for Transport, French Minister of State for Transport and Irish Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Access to parks and public spaces, including burial grounds and cemeteries
Letter to local authorities regarding continued access to parks and public spaces including burial grounds and cemeteries.
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Guidance
Guidance: Support for the bereaved
Information to help bereaved families, friends or next of kin make important decisions.
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Press release
Press release: Government begins large-scale virus infection and antibody test study
20,000 households in England are being contacted to take part in the first wave of a major new government study to track coronavirus (COVID-19) in the general population.
The government has announced an unprecedented package of measures to provide the critical support needed by individuals, families and businesses, through the economic disruption caused by COVID-19.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus: letter from DVSA Chief Executive to driver and rider trainers
Letters from Gareth Llewellyn, Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), to driver and rider trainers about coronavirus.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: Coronavirus grant funding: local authority payments to small and medium businesses
Local authorities have received and distributed funding to support small and medium businesses in England during coronavirus.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 22 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release: Business to receive almost £10 billion in rates relief
Businesses expected to receive almost £10 billion in business rate relief as part of the government’s support for the economy during the coronavirus pandemic.
Letter from MHCLG to local authority chief executives on the Accounts and Audit (Coronavirus)(Amendment) Regulations 2020.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 22 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Chris Whitty.
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Press release
Press release: 19,000 British travellers return from cruise ships after major international effort
The FCO has worked with cruise operators and more than 20 international governments and militaries to arrange flights to get Brits home safely.
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Press release: Britain’s biggest network of diagnostic labs are completed in 5 weeks
Sites in Milton Keynes, Glasgow and Alderley Park in Cheshire are now live and are already testing thousands of patient samples for coronavirus (COVID-19) each day.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: GBRU: reference and diagnostic services
GBRU is the national reference laboratory for gastrointestinal pathogens and provides specialist testing of clinical, food, water and environmental samples.
These temporary good manufacturing practice (GMP) flexibilities will be allowed to address the current exceptional circumstances
Simon Hart MP will be the first minister to take to the virtual despatch box from home
Advice for parents and carers on looking after the mental health and wellbeing of children or young people during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 21 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Press release
Press release: Aldi joins Free School Meal voucher scheme
Aldi joins supermarkets signed up to Government’s national voucher scheme
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Letter to front line staff providing essential banking services
Letter from the Economic Secretary, John Glen, to front line staff working to provide essential banking services.
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News story
News story: UK Government provides extra £95m to tackle coronavirus in Wales
UK Government confirms further £95m to support the devolved administration in Wales tackle coronavirus
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Guidance
Guidance: GCSEs, AS and A level awarding: summer 2020
Information for schools, students and parents on how qualifications will be graded and awarded in summer 2020.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for people receiving direct payments
Advice for people who buy care and support through a direct payment, as well as local authorities, clinical commissioning groups and those who provide care and support.
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Transparency data
Transparency data: Coronavirus (COVID-19): attendance in education and early years settings
A summary of how many children and teachers attended education settings between Monday 23 March and Friday 17 April 2020.
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Guidance
Guidance: Guidance for those involved in managing COVID-19 deaths
A collection of guidance to support employers and workers handling loss of life.
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News story
News story: Chancellor expands loan scheme for large businesses
Rishi Sunak unveils the final details of Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme
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News story
News story: What is the UK Government Ventilator Challenge?
The Prime Minister asked companies to help manufacture, design and build thousands of NHS ventilators in the fight against COVID-19.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Application of the Building Regulations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Guidance for Building Control Bodies operating in England.
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Guidance
Guidance: Traffic orders: advertising during coranavirus (COVID-19)
Additional and temporary guidance on making traffic orders during coronavirus restrictions.
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Press release
Press release: UK set to bring home hundreds more British travellers from across the Philippines
Another charter flight from the Philippines will bring home around 200 more British nationals, including from remote areas, it has been announced today.
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News story
News story: Grant funding provided to businesses by local authorities in England
We have published data on the amount of money distributed to SMEs by every local authority in England as part of the 2 grant schemes launched to help businesses deal with coronavirus.
The letter thanks councils again for their efforts responding to the coronavirus pandemic and provides further details on the support the government is providing.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches new coronavirus business support finder tool
A new ‘support finder’ tool will help businesses and self-employed people across the UK to quickly and easily determine what financial support is available to them during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: Chancellor delivers daily coronavirus update (20 April 2020)
Chancellor Rishi Sunak speaks at press conference with Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser and Yvonne Doyle, Medical Director at Public Health England.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 20 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Collection
Collection: Financial support for businesses during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out what financial support you can get for your business.
Guidance on which data collections, services or requests will be cancelled, paused or will continue in the 2019 to 2020 academic year.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for care of the deceased
Advice primarily designed to assist people required to manage bodies of deceased persons infected with coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: 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.
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Statutory guidance
Statutory guidance: The Exercise of Commissioning Functions by the NHS Commissioning Board (Coronavirus) Directions 2020
Directions given to the National Health Service Commissioning Board.
Directions given to the National Health Service Commissioning Board by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus: theory tests
Theory tests are currently suspended until 8 May 2020 due to coronavirus, but you can apply for an emergency theory test if you’re a critical worker.
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Press release
Press release: Testing capacity increases as second Lighthouse Lab becomes fully operational
The second mega-lab at Alderley Park in Cheshire has begun to test thousands of patient samples a day for coronavirus.
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News story
News story: Billion pound support package for innovative firms hit by coronavirus
UK businesses driving innovation and development will be helped through the coronavirus outbreak with a £1.25 billion government support package, the Chancellor announced today.
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News story
News story: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme up and running
The Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme went live today, with businesses able to claim up to £2,500 a month towards staff wages.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Future Fund
This scheme will issue convertible loans between £125,000 to £5 million to innovative companies which are facing financing difficulties due to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Return flights for most vulnerable Britons from New Zealand
New Government charter flights will bring home the most vulnerable Britons stranded in New Zealand this week with three flights from Auckland and two from Christchurch.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): SEND risk assessment guidance
Guidance for special schools, specialist colleges, local authorities and any other settings managing children and young people with complex special educational needs and disability (SEND).
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News story
News story: Guidance updated to support the safe management of funerals
Further guidance for those managing or organising funerals during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Olympics chief brought in to boost PPE production
Lord Deighton will lead the national effort to produce essential personal protective equipment for frontline health and social care staff.
Advice on appropriate infection prevention and control (IPC) precautions for stepdown in hospital or discharge to home or residential settings.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 18 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis
The Communities Secretary on the government’s response to COVID-19 and additional funding for local government.
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News story
News story: UKG provies extra £50M to tackle Coronavirus in Northern Ireland
Additional funding for Northern Ireland announced to tackle Coronavirus pandemic
The letter thanks the local government workforce for their help during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release: Government pledges extra £1.6 billion for councils
Councils across England will receive another £1.6 billion in additional funding as they continue to respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Apply for the Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme
This scheme will help large businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) to access loans of up to £25 million.
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Press release: Bangladesh charter flights to return stranded Brits
UK announces four charter flights from Bangladesh to take home British travellers.
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Press release
Press release: National testing coordinator warns against unapproved antibody tests
Statement from Professor John Newton, national coordinator of the UK coronavirus (COVID-19) testing programme, warning against the purchase of unapproved antibody testing kits.
Local Government Minister writes to all councils in England to ensure that family members can attend the funerals of their loved ones and that the wishes of the deceased are respected during this pandemic.
Letter to all local authorities in England to work with faith groups and funeral directors to develop safe, sensitive and innovative ways for funerals to take place.
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Statutory guidance
Statutory guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): local death management
Statutory guidance for local authorities in England on Schedule 28 to the Coronavirus Act, which provides powers to support local and national death management.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: step by step guide for employers
This guide explains the information that employers need to provide to claim for their employees’ wages.
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 17 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Funding and financial support available for education, childcare and children’s social care organisations.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 17 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing: privacy information
Privacy notice on COVID-19 virus testing for critical workers and their household members who are self-isolating because they’re showing symptoms.
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News story
News story: Government to extend testing for coronavirus to more frontline workers
Access to testing for those with symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) will be extended across England to include additional frontline workers and symptomatic members of their household.
Find out how to calculate 80% of your employee’s wages, National Insurance Contributions and pension contributions if you’ve furloughed staff due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
Temporary change applies to drivers whose licences are due to expire or have expired since 1 January 2020.
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World news story
World news story: Attestation forms for travel to and within France
Information for UK nationals about which attestation form to use when travelling to and within France during the coronavirus (COVID-19) decree.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Claim back Statutory Sick Pay paid to employees due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out if you can use the Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme to reclaim employees’ coronavirus-related Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
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Press release
Press release: 17 more charter flights from India to return thousands of stranded Brits
Seventeen more charter flights from India, with a total capacity of around 4000 passengers, will bring back more people in India who have been waiting for flights.
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Guidance
Guidance: Guidance for consumers on coronavirus (COVID-19) and food
Advice for consumers in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the UK.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Making and registering an LPA during the coronavirus outbreak
If you need to make an LPA now, you can still do so while observing government guidance on social distancing, self-isolating and shielding.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Short-term options for health, welfare and financial decisions
Find out about the ways people can make certain decisions for you or do certain things on your behalf
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Being a deputy or attorney during the coronavirus outbreak
Find out how you can continue to act in the best interests of the client or donor, during the outbreak.
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News story
News story: Chancellor expands loan scheme for large businesses
A government-backed loan scheme for large businesses affected by coronavirus has been expanded to cover all viable firms, the Chancellor announced today.
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Press release
Press release: Readout of G7 leaders’ call: 16 April 2020
First Secretary of State Dominic Raab represented the UK in a virtual summit of G7 leaders.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 16 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 16 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: Privacy notice for Covid-19 response activity
How the Cabinet Office uses your personal data, and what your rights are.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: 3/2020: Council Tax information letter – 16 April 2020
This letter provides a brief Q&A note on the technical implementation of the £500 million hardship fund.
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Guidance
Guidance: Awarding qualifications in summer 2020
Information for schools, students and parents on how GCSE, AS, A level, vocational and technical qualifications will be graded and awarded in summer 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Edinburgh Airport COVID-19 testing centre opens to Key Workers
Key workers can now use the newly opened testing centre at Edinburgh Airport to confirm if they have the coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: Joint pledge to continue vital building safety work during pandemic
Essential safety work to replace unsafe cladding on high-rise buildings will continue during the Covid-19 emergency.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the construction sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to the UK’s construction sector.
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Press release
Press release: Councils given greater financial relief against cash flow pressures
Councils will be allowed to defer £2.6 billion in business rates payments to central government, and £850 million in social care grants will be paid up front this month.
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News story
News story: NATS eligible for funding of up to £92 million to maintain services
£1.1 billion support package for air navigation service providers across Europe affected by COVID-19 events.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): social care guidance
Information for the social care sector on responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 15 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Coronavirus (COVID-19): adult social care action plan
How the government will support the adult social care sector in England throughout the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): getting tested
Guidance on coronavirus testing for critical workers who are self-isolating.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19) transport data: methodology note
Data sources and methodology information for transport data that is part of the government’s daily media briefings on coronavirus (COVID-19).
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News story
News story: Ofqual seeks views on GCSE and A level grading proposals for 2020
Consultation published on exceptional arrangements for awarding GCSEs, AS, A levels, Extended Project Qualification and Advanced Extension Award in maths.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Response to 31 March direction from Secretary of State for Education
Response from Sally Collier, Chief Regulator, Ofqual, to the Direction from the Secretary of State for Education, about awarding results for GCSEs, AS and A levels in 2020.
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Press release
Press release: Secretary of State hosts virtual roundtable with NI business leaders
The Secretary of State underlines the Government’s commitment to support local businesses through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
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Press release
Press release: Government to offer testing for “everyone who needs one” in social care settings
All care home residents and social care staff with coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms will be tested as capacity is built up, the government is announcing today.
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Government response
Government response: Commission on Human Medicines advice on ibuprofen and coronavirus (COVID-19)
Expert Working Group concludes there is currently insufficient evidence to establish a link between use of ibuprofen and susceptibility to contracting COVID-19 or the worsening of its symptoms.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency loans for return flights: how to apply
If you’re currently abroad and you have no other options to pay for your return travel, you may be eligible to apply for an emergency loan from the government.
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News story
News story: Chancellor to provide extra £350m to tackle Coronavirus in Wales
Chancellor confirms further £350m to support the devolved administration in Wales tackle coronavirus
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Press release
Press release: Former Olympics director leads work to protect clinically vulnerable people
Chris Townsend OBE appointed to lead the cross government shielding programme in England.
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Press release
Press release: Scottish Secretary welcomes additional £600m for Scotland
Scottish Secretary welcomes additional money to help Scotland tackle Coronavirus
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News story
News story: Chancellor provides over £14 billion for our NHS and vital public services
More than £14 billion from the Coronavirus emergency response fund will go towards public services, including the NHS and local authorities involved in the fight against Coronavirus, HM Treasury confirms today (Monday 13 April 2020).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 12 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Yvonne Doyle.
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Press release
Press release: UK leads global fight to prevent second wave of coronavirus
Today’s announcement of support to UK charities and international organisations will make the UK one of the biggest donors to the global response
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Speech
Speech: Home Secretary outlines support for domestic abuse victims
Home Secretary Priti Patel announces support for domestic abuse victims at daily Government press conference.
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Press release
Press release: Government sets out plan for national effort on PPE
UK-wide plan announced to ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) gets to where it is needed most.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Coronavirus (COVID-19): personal protective equipment (PPE) plan
Cross-government UK-wide plan to ensure that critical personal protective equipment (PPE) is delivered to those on the frontline responding to coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 10 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Jonathan Van-Tam.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): personal protective equipment (PPE) hub
Guidance about coronavirus (COVID-19) personal protective equipment (PPE).
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News story
News story: India charter flights to return thousands more stranded Brits
Over 3,000 British travellers currently stranded in India will get home on an additional 12 charter flights which have opened for bookings today.
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Press release
Press release: Covid-19 adoption support fund scheme to help vulnerable families
Up to £8 million in funding for adoptive families to meet needs arising from coronavirus outbreak
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has today officially opened the biggest diagnostic lab network in British history at the launch of a new a site in Milton Keynes.
The government wants help from organisations with laboratory capability to increase the testing programme in the UK as part of its strategy to protect the NHS and save lives.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 9 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thousands of isolated residents and patients will be able to connect with their family and friends with video call devices, the government has announced.
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Press release
Press release: Industry responds to call to arms to build British diagnostics industry at scale
Pharmaceutical giants and diagnostic companies join forces on plans to roll out millions of coronavirus (COVID-19) tests.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 8 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the retail sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to those working in retail.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): staying where you are if you cannot return to the UK
This page provides guidance for British people travelling abroad who are unable to travel back to the UK due to coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to the manufacturing sector
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, to those working in manufacturing.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Help the government increase coronavirus (COVID-19) testing capacity
The government wants help from businesses to increase testing capacity in the UK as part of its strategy to protect the NHS and save lives.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): providing unpaid care
Information for people who are caring, unpaid, for friends or family during the coronavirus outbreak.
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News story
News story: UK airlines to save millions as navigation charges deferred
Charges for air navigation services in European airspace deferred for up to 14 months.
Secretary of State for Wales Simon Hart recognises contribution of UK’s Armed Forces to COVID-19 response
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus: MOTs due from 30 March 2020
Your car, van or motorcycle’s MOT expiry date will be extended by 6 months if it’s due on or after 30 March 2020 – but you must keep your vehicle safe to drive.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Social distancing in the workplace during coronavirus (COVID-19): sector guidance
Advice for employers on social distancing during coronavirus (COVID-19).
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 7 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 7 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: NHS staff: Searching our registers of attorneys and deputies
Find out about the information we have on our registers and how NHS staff and local authorities in England and Wales can ask us for it
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Media Freedom Coalition Executive Group statement on coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Media Freedom Coalition Executive Group called all members to continue protecting access to free media and the free exchange of information.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): transport and travel guidance
Information for people using transport or working in the transport sector during the coronavirus outbreak.
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News story
News story: Increase to Working Tax Credits – what this means
The government has announced that Working Tax Credits payments will be increased from 6 April 2020 – find out what’s happening and who this affects.
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Promotional material
Promotional material: Coronavirus (COVID-19) information leaflet
Leaflet on what to do to help stop the spread of coronavirus, including information on symptoms and government support.
A guide to help local authorities and other waste collectors prioritise their waste collection services during the coronavirus pandemic.
We are allowing alternative courses of actions for manufacturing or laboratory equipment during the outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Extra support for schools and parents to help cope with coronavirus
The Government has announced a package of support, including additional funding and high-quality resources, to help schools deal with the challenges posed by coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): financial support for schools
Guidance on funding available to schools to support them with costs associated with coronavirus (COVID-19).
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Angela McLean, Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 6 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter to pharmacists from Jo Churchill
The health minister’s letter thanks pharmacy teams for their response to coronavirus so far.
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Guidance
Guidance: Procurement Policy Note 02/20: Supplier relief due to COVID-19
This Procurement Policy Note (PPN) sets out information and guidance for public bodies on payment of their suppliers to ensure service continuity during and after the current coronavirus, COVID-19, outbreak.
Letter from MHCLG to local authority chief executives on emergency legislation to support local authorities.
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Guidance
Guidance: Procurement Policy Note 03/20: Use of procurement cards – COVID-19
This Procurement Policy Note sets out guidance on the use of procurement cards to support cash flow for suppliers.
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Notice
Notice: Annual inspection waiver for tank vehicles
Notice allowing tank vehicles, with extended roadworthiness test certificates, to remain in service and on our roads without a valid ADR 1(C) certificate.
Press conference slides and datasets used by Dr Jenny Harries.
Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, writes for The Sun on Sunday thanking workers and businesses for their support during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: Foreign Office steps up plans to bring home Britons stranded overseas
Foreign Office is to step up plans to bring home Britons stranded overseas
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 4 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Professor Stephen Powis.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Coronavirus (COVID-19): scaling up testing programmes
How the government intends to scale up testing programmes to provide a test to anyone who needs one.
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Press release
Press release: NHS asks people to share their coronavirus symptoms to help others
A new Coronavirus Status Checker will help the NHS coordinate its response and build up additional data on the COVID-19 outbreak.
An increasing number of bogus medical products being sold through unauthorised websites claiming to treat or prevent COVID-19 are being investigated by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
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Guidance
Guidance: 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.
With warm weather this weekend people may feel tempted to head out more, but please stick to government guidance. You are saving lives by staying at home.
Guidance and terms of use for the parking pass and concessions for COVID-19 health, care and volunteer workers.
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Press release
Press release: World’s largest trial of potential coronavirus treatments rolled out across the UK
The largest randomised clinical trial of potential coronavirus (COVID-19) treatments is underway as part of the race to find a treatment.
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Coronavirus landing page
Coronavirus landing page: Business support
Get coronavirus (COVID-19) support for your business or if you’re self-employed, and find out how to keep your business and your employees safe
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 3 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Matt Hancock.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19: Contingent liability for ventilators
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has written to the Chairs of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) and the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee (PACAC) on contingent liabilities for ventilators.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Help and support if your business is affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)
Watch a video and register for the free webinar to learn more about the support available to help you deal with the economic impacts of coronavirus.
Businesses to help boost the UK’s resilience to the long-term impact of coronavirus and similar future situations as a result of £20 million government funding.
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Speech
Speech: Data sharing during this public health emergency
Health and care information will be vital in our response to coronavirus. We must continue to use it well and inform the public to maintain and build trust.
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News story
News story: How GCSEs, AS & A levels will be awarded in summer 2020
Ofqual sets out details for schools, colleges, students, parents & carers on how GCSEs and A levels will be awarded following the cancellation of this year’s exams.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Information for hospital blood banks during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Guidance to hospital blood banks (HBBs) on flexible approaches to requirements
Forms for organisations that can manufacture and supply testing consumables, equipment and laboratory PPE as part of the coronavirus (COVID-19) response.
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Press release
Press release: Councils given new powers to hold public meetings remotely
Local authorities in England handed new powers to hold public meetings virtually by using video or telephone conferencing technology.
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News story
News story: Almost £400 million to keep England’s buses running
Greater funding to keep bus routes running during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) tests and testing kits
Advice on the use of testing kits and applications to place them on the market.
£300 million in funding will ensure community pharmacies can continue to carry out essential services during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Declaration by NATO Foreign Ministers on the coronavirus pandemic
Statement by NATO Foreign Ministers: 2 April 2020
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Press release
Press release: Health Secretary sets out plan to carry out 100,000 coronavirus tests a day
New 5-pillar plan outlines national effort to increase testing to 100,000 a day across the UK this month.
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Press release
Press release: NHS to benefit from £13.4 billion debt write-off
Health Secretary announces over £13 billion of debt will be written off as part of a major financial reset for NHS providers.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 2 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by Matt Hancock.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): admission and care of people in care homes
How to protect care home residents and staff during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Guidance
Guidance: Personal protective equipment (PPE): export control process
Information for economic operators who will temporarily need a licence to export PPE outside the EU, EFTA member states and certain other territories.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Energy Performance Certificates
Advice on meeting the regulatory requirement to secure a valid Energy Performance Certificate on marketing a property during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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News story
News story: COVID-19: Call for rapid sanitising technology for ambulances
Do you have an innovative or novel approach to get ambulances cleaner quicker to help combat Coronavirus?
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): early years and childcare closures
Guidance for local authorities, early years settings and childminders about childcare provision following the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: FCO privacy notice: coronavirus (COVID-19) repatriation flights
This notice explains how the Foreign & Commonwealth Office processes personal data relating to special charter flights during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Notification of data controllers in healthcare organisations, GPs, local authorities and arm’s length bodies that they should share information to support efforts against coronavirus (COVID-19).
Business Secretary Alok Sharma gave the 1 April 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): induction for newly qualified teachers
Guidance about changes to newly qualified teacher (NQT) induction during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 1 April 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Alok Sharma MP.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Producing hand sanitiser and gel for coronavirus (COVID-19)
Temporary changes to the use and supply of denatured alcohol and duty-free spirits, to help businesses who produce hand sanitiser and gel.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): information for farmers, landowners and rural businesses
The latest Information for farmers, landowners and rural businesses during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read this page for regular updates.
Guidance for industry on flexible approaches we are taking on good distribution practices.
Guidance for businesses setting out details of the Small Business Grants Fund (SBGF) and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund (RHLGF).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: MHRA regulatory flexibilities resulting from coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for industry on flexible approaches to regulation we are taking during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): changes to the Care Act 2014
Changes to the Care Act 2014 to help local authorities prioritise care and support during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove opens the daily coronavirus press conference.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides and datasets to accompany coronavirus press conference: 31 March 2020
Press conference slides and datasets used by The Rt Hon Michael Gove MP.
A Joint statement following a COVID-19 call chaired by Secretary of State and Tanaiste.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Supporting disabled people through the coronavirus outbreak
A joint statement from the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, the Minister for Care, and the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Children and Families.
Adapted breathing aid developed by UCL, UCLH and Mercedes Formula One provides vital technology to NHS.
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Press release
Press release: Voucher scheme launches for schools providing free school meals
Weekly shopping vouchers worth £15 to spend at supermarkets while schools are closed due to coronavirus
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the 30 March 2020 daily press briefing on the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Temporary approval of women’s homes and the homes of registered medical practitioners as classes of place for early medical abortion up to 10 weeks.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on business support grant funding
Guidance for local authorities setting out details of the Small Business Grants Fund (SBGF) and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund (RHLGF).
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Decision
Decision: Coronavirus (COVID-19): ministerial direction on spend
Letters authorising spend on urgent coronavirus (COVID-19) issues by the Department of Health and Social Care and its ALBs.
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Policy paper
Policy paper: Slides to accompany coronavirus press conference: 30 March 2020
Press conference slides used by Sir Patrick Vallance.
The Foreign Secretary and Secretary of State for Transport wrote about the new government-industry partnership to help stranded British travellers to return.
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Press release
Press release: New Government partnership with airlines to fly back more tourists stranded abroad
The Foreign Office has announced a new Government partnership with airlines to fly back more tourists stranded abroad due to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Destroying spoilt beer during coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out about temporary changes to the destruction of spoilt beer if you’re a brewer or publican.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): an update on the Grenfell Tower site
An update for the Grenfell Community.
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Press release
Press release: Government cracks down on spread of false coronavirus information online
Specialist units are operating to combat misinformation about coronavirus and five to ten incidents are being identified and tackled each day.
This is a specification of the minimally clinically acceptable Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) system to be used in UK hospitals.
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World news story
World news story: COVID-19: FAQs for British Nationals in Bangladesh
The British High Commission in Dhaka has created a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) relating to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic for British nationals.
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Press release
Press release: New advice to support mental health during coronavirus outbreak
People struggling with their mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak will be offered additional online support and practical guidance to help them cope.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus outbreak FAQs: what you can and can’t do
Frequently asked questions on what you can and can’t do during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: First food parcels delivered to clinically vulnerable people
The first free food boxes containing essential supplies have been delivered to those at highest risk from coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: 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.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: Coronavirus (COVID-19): letter from the Secretary of State to the social care workforce
The letter thanks the social care workforce for their help on coronavirus (COVID-19) so far.
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News story
News story: Response to the Financial Times article on ventilators
Response to 28/03/20 edition of FT Weekend’s claims on ventilators.
Non-statutory guidance for landlords, tenants and local authorities in the private and social rented sectors in the context of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: safeguarding in schools, colleges and other providers
Guidance for schools and colleges to support them keeping children safe, including online, during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Government response
Government response: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and high blood pressure medication
There is no evidence from clinical or epidemiological studies that treatment with ACE-I or ARBs might worsen COVID-19 infection.
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Press release
Press release: PM call with President Trump: 27 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke with President Donald Trump.
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Press release
Press release: Government launches new drive on coronavirus tests for frontline NHS staff
NHS staff will be first in line for a new coronavirus (COVID-19) testing programme being developed in collaboration with government and industry.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Check if you could be covered by the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Find out if your employer is eligible, and how much your employer can claim if they’re unable to operate or have no work for you to do because of coronavirus (COVID-19). Further detail will be published on this page shortly.
Measures to protect renters affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): UK transport and travel advice
Using public transport during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Government advice on home moving during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
This guidance applies to people buying or selling private residential homes which they intend to live in.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Claim a grant through the coronavirus (COVID-19) Self-employment Income Support Scheme
Use this scheme if you’re self-employed or a member of a partnership and have lost income due to coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus: How to help safely
Across the UK people are playing their part and providing essential support to their friends and family who are in isolation.
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Guidance
Guidance: Packaging and transport requirements for patient samples – UN3373
Guidance on the transport of patient specimens suspected of containing Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Deferral of VAT payments due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
Temporary changes to the VAT payments due between 20 March 2020 and 30 June 2020 to help businesses manage their cash flow.
This guidance sets out the clinical requirements based on the consensus of what is ‘minimally acceptable’ performance in the opinion of the anaesthesia and intensive care medicine professionals and medical device regulators.
Find out what equipment, services or supplies are taxable if your employees are working from home due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Regulatory status of equipment being used to help prevent coronavirus (COVID-19)
There are different regulations which apply to devices and equipment including hand gels and PPE (personal protective equipment)
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News story
News story: COVID-19 IMPACT: UK Visa Application Centre in Accra Closure
Due to the international effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus, the UK Visa Application Centre in Accra will be closed to the public effective immediately.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information for individuals and businesses in Scotland
Use this page to navigate the guidance on the virus for people in Scotland.
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Press release
Press release: Government to provide free car parking for NHS and social care staff
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is giving immediate financial backing for all NHS trusts to provide free car parking to NHS staff for the duration of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Dominic Raab gave a statement after the US-chaired session where G7 Foreign Ministers committed to use their collective powers to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 25 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
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Correspondence
Correspondence: COVID-19: hotel accommodation to support key workers and vulnerable people
Letter regarding the exemption for hotels, hostels and B&Bs to open so they can offer accommodation to key workers and support rough sleepers to keep them off the streets and in suitable accommodation.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): travel advice for educational settings
Advice for educational settings, and their students and staff, who are travelling or planning to travel during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Companies to receive 3-month extension period to file accounts during COVID-19
Businesses will be given an additional 3 months to file accounts with Companies House to help companies avoid penalties as they deal with the impact of COVID-19.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: COVID-19 advice for accommodation providers
Guidance and advice for those providing hotel and other accommodation in the UK.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for UK visa applicants and temporary UK residents
This is advice for visa customers and applicants in the UK, visa customers outside of the UK and British nationals overseas who need to apply for a passport affected by travel restrictions associated with coronavirus.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Foreign Secretary’s statement on support for British people abroad
Dominic Raab responded to an urgent question in the House of Commons on how government is supporting British people who are abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): vehicle approval tests
Vehicle approval tests are suspended for up to 3 months due to coronavirus – but tests are available for vehicles that are critical to the COVID-19 response.
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Guidance
Guidance: Further businesses and premises to close
This document provides guidance on the closure of all non-essential businesses and premises as part of further social distancing measures.
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Guidance
Guidance: Full guidance on staying at home and away from others
The single most important action we can all take, in fighting coronavirus, is to stay at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives.
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Speech
Speech: PM address to the nation on coronavirus: 23 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation on coronavirus.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): maintaining further education provision
Operational guidance for further education (FE) providers on maintaining education and skills training provision.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): apprenticeship programme response
This document sets out guidance for apprentices, employers, training providers and assessment organisations in response to the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Commercial tenants who cannot pay their rent because of coronavirus will be protected from eviction.
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Press release
Press release: Foreign Secretary advises all British travellers to return to the UK now
All British tourists and short-stay travellers currently abroad should return to the UK where commercial flight options are still available.
This document provides guidance and compliance advice for those businesses and other venues asked by the government to close as part of further social distancing measures.
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News story
News story: Government sets out plans to enforce closure of businesses and other venues
Local government will be responsible for enforcing regulations requiring those businesses asked to close on 20 March 2020, in new guidance issued today, 22 March 2020.
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News story
News story: COVID-19 essential travel guidance
Guidance and advice to avoid non-essential travel in the UK.
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Answer
Answer: Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do
Find out about the government response to coronavirus (COVID-19) and what you need to do.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: school closures
What schools will need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 22 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
Questions and answers about the provisions being made for vulnerable children and young people.
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Speech
Speech: PM Mother’s Day words: 22 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s words on Mother’s Day.
Information for shielding and protecting people defined on medical grounds as extremely vulnerable from COVID-19.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for UK businesses
Guidance for UK businesses trading internationally
Guidance to support management of children and young people in residential educational settings, including boarding schools, residential special schools and specialist colleges and children’s homes.
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Press release
Press release: Government announces further measures on social distancing
Entertainment and hospitality premises to close temporarily and people urged to only travel if absolutely essential.
Temporary relaxation of the EU and GB drivers’ hours rules for drivers carrying goods by road.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance on drivers’ hours relaxations
Guidance on the relaxation of drivers’ hours rules, in the context of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: Guidance for businesses on further social distancing
This guidance is for businesses on the further social distancing measures outlined by the government.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for schools and other educational settings
Guidance and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19) in educational settings for staff, parents and carers, pupils and students.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): cancellation of GCSEs, AS and A levels in 2020
This guidance aims to answer common questions in relation to the cancellation of GCSEs, AS and A levels due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in 2020.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): ventilator supply specification
Specification of rapidly manufactured ventilator systems needed as part of the response to coronavirus (COVID-19).
Driving tests are suspended for up to 3 months except for critical workers, and MOTs for lorries, buses and trailers are also suspended for up to 3 months.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): MOTs for lorries, buses and trailers
Your lorry, bus or trailer will be exempt from needing an MOT for 3 months from 21 March 2020. You might need to apply for this, depending on your vehicle.
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Collection
Collection: COVID-19: guidance for health professionals
Information on COVID-19, including guidance on the assessment and management of suspected UK cases.
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Press release
Press release: Online isolation notes launched – providing proof of coronavirus absence from work
People unable to work for more than seven days because of coronavirus (COVID-19) can obtain an isolation note through a new online service.
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Guidance
Guidance: Closure of educational settings: information for parents and carers
Information for parents and carers about the closure of schools and other educational settings following the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): maintaining educational provision
Guidance about maintaining educational provision for schools, colleges and local authorities.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus (COVID-19): hospital discharge service requirements
Sets out how health and care systems and providers should change their discharging arrangements and the provision of community support during the coronavirus situation.
Residential care, supported living and home care in the event of a coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Temporary relaxation of the EU drivers’ hours rules for drivers making essential deliveries to consumers’ homes.
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News story
News story: £2.9 billion funding to strengthen care for the vulnerable
The funding will help patients who no longer need urgent hospital treatment to return home, making at least 15,000 beds available during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Collection
Collection: MHRA guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
We are producing guidance for industry covering the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Managing potential supply issues with medicines during Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Marketing authorisation holders (MAHs) need to provide the MHRA with information about any supply issues they are experiencing, as a result of COVID-19.
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Impact assessment
Impact assessment: Coronavirus bill: summary of impacts
A summary of impacts relating to clauses within the coronavirus bill.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Clinical trials applications for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The MHRA is ready to prioritise and provide any assistance for clinical trials applications submitted for COVID-19
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Managing clinical trials during Coronavirus (COVID-19)
How investigators and sponsors should manage clinical trials during COVID-19
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Press release
Press release: Plans set out to support pupils eligible for free school meals
Children eligible for free school meals will be offered meals or vouchers as an alternative if they can no longer attend school due to coronavirus measures
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: free school meals guidance
Guidance for schools and local authorities on free school meals arrangements during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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News story
News story: Military stands up COVID Support Force
The Defence Secretary announces new measures to put service personnel and Reservists on standby to support public services in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: ethical framework for adult social care
A framework to support the planning and organisation of adult social care during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Proposals agreed to ensure vulnerable customers who may fall into debt remain supplied with energy while in self isolation.
Transport Secretary today chaired a call with airlines and airports.
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Guidance
Guidance: Business rates: expanded retail discount – guidance
Guidance on the operation of expanded retail discount 2020 to 2021 coronavirus response, announced at Budget 2020.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 18 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
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News story
News story: Mobile networks remove data charges for online NHS coronavirus advice
Free access to online NHS services will be available for as long as coronavirus (COVID-19) remains widespread in the UK.
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Press release
Press release: Complete ban on evictions and additional protection for renters
Government announces radical package of measures to protect renters and landlords affected by coronavirus.
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World news story
World news story: French personal travel waiver certificate
A translation of the French personal travel exemption relating to the COVID-19 decree.
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World news story
World news story: French professional travel waiver certificate
Translation of the French professional travel exemption relating to the COVID-19 decree.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance for local government
Guidance for local councils during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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Press release
Press release: Spain travel advice: Foreign Office statement, 18 March 2020
The FCO advises all British travellers in Spain to contact their tour operator or airline as soon as possible, to arrange their return journey before 24 March.
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News story
News story: Testing for coronavirus (COVID-19) will increase to 25,000 a day
The government will increase the number of people tested for COVID-19 to 25,000 hospital patients a day.
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Guidance
Guidance: Procurement Policy Note 01/20: Responding to COVID-19
This Procurement Policy Note gives information and guidance on public procurement regulations and responding to the coronavirus, COVID-19, outbreak.
Planning rules will be relaxed so pubs and restaurants can operate as hot food takeaways during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information for individuals and businesses in Wales
Use this page to navigate the latest guidance on the virus for people in Wales
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World news story
World news story: Advice for moving around France
Translation of the French government’s advice on the restrictive measures
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News story
News story: Emergency bill to strengthen coronavirus (COVID-19) response plans
New laws will be introduced to protect public health, increase NHS capacity, strengthen social care and support the public to take the right action at the right time.
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Guidance
Guidance: Coronavirus bill: what it will do
Measures contained in the fast-tracked coronavirus legislation and why they are needed to effectively manage the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the UK.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for employees, employers and businesses
Guidance for employees, employers and businesses in providing advice about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): driving tests and theory tests
You should still go for your driving or theory test, unless you, someone you live with, your instructor or someone they live with have coronavirus symptoms.
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News story
News story: Free childcare offers to continue during coronavirus closures
The Government will continue to pay funding to local authorities for the free entitlements for two, three and four-year-olds
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and prisons
Guidance about visiting prisons during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Press release
Press release: £3.2 million emergency support for rough sleepers during coronavirus outbreak
Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick announces £3.2 million emergency funding to help rough sleepers to self-isolate.
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News story
News story: New government structures to coordinate response to coronavirus
The Prime Minister has set up new ministerial structures to coordinate, prioritise and respond to the coronavirus pandemic across government.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave a statement advising against all non-essential travel overseas in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Travel advice: coronavirus (COVID-19)
Guidance for British people travelling and living overseas during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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News story
News story: Coronavirus (COVID-19) guidance for employees, employers and businesses
Information on healthcare advice for employers and support for businesses.
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News story
News story: New guidance for households with possible COVID-19 infection
Next stage of COVID-19 public information campaign highlights guidance for households with possible infection.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Coronavirus (COVID-19): courts and tribunals planning and preparation
This page provides advice and guidance for all court and tribunal users during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and will be updated when new advice is available.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for households with possible coronavirus infection
Stay at home guidance for households with possible coronavirus (COVID-19) infection.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: COVID-19 guidance for mass gatherings
Guidance and advice for those arranging or planning to attend events in the UK.
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News story
News story: Production and Supply of Ventilators and Ventilator Components
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy is looking for organisations who can support in the supply of ventilators and ventilator components across the United Kingdom as part of the Government’s response to COVID-19.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance on social distancing and for vulnerable people
Guidance on social distancing for everyone in the UK and protecting older people and vulnerable people.
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Statement to parliament
Statement to parliament: Controlling the spread of COVID-19: Health Secretary’s statement to Parliament
Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock updated Parliament on the significant steps taken to control the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Press release
Press release: Robert Jenrick reaffirms support for councils in their coronavirus response
The Local Government Secretary addressed over 300 council leaders and sector bodies in a call on the government’s response to coronavirus.
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Speech
Speech: PM statement on coronavirus: 16 March 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement on coronavirus.
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Press release
Press release: Face-to-face health assessments for benefits suspended amid coronavirus outbreak
Claimants on disability benefits will no longer be required to attend face-to-face assessments. The change also covers health checks for Universal Credit.
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News story
News story: Government publishes updated COVID-19 industry guidance
New and updated industry guidance published on limiting the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), following last week’s shift to the ‘delay’ phase of the action plan.
Changes put in place in response to the coronavirus situation.
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Press release
Press release: Braemar Cruise Ship: Foreign Office Statement
Evacuation flights from Cuba are being planned for passengers aboard the Braemar cruise ship in co-ordination with Fred Olsen Cruise Lines.
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Detailed guide
Detailed guide: Number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and risk in the UK
Find out the number of cases and risk level in the UK, what to do if you have symptoms, and what the government is doing about the virus.
Article by Chief Scientific Adviser Sir Patrick Vallance.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for educational settings
Guidance for schools and other educational settings in providing advice about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.
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Collection
Collection: Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance
Find guidance about coronavirus (COVID-19) for health professionals and other organisations.
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Guidance
Guidance: COVID-19: guidance for staff in the transport sector
Guidance on COVID-19, including general precautions for staff and guidance on the assessment and management of arrivals into the UK.
Thompsons Updates
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Thompsons Updates
WORKING ARRANGEMENTS FORM – COVID-19
Keeping up to date with Information An employee portal is in place with both Company and Government guidance. Please read this guidance. Emails, MEMOs and toolbox talks are in place. Please adhere to all information provided for your protection. Self-Isolation If you meet one of the following criteria you should not come to site: If […]