All Plan B restrictions to be lifted from 27 January

The Government has announced that England will fully return to Plan A of the Covid-19 restrictions on Thursday 27 January 2022.

This means that from now:

• The Government is no longer asking people to work from home if they can. You should speak to your employers about arrangements for returning to your workplace.

Working safely during Covid-19

And from Thursday 27 January:

• Venues and events will no longer be required by law to use the NHS Covid Pass. The NHS Covid Pass can still be used on a voluntary basis as was previously the case in Plan A.
• Face coverings will no longer be required by law in any setting. Public health guidance will remain in place, suggesting individuals should continue to wear a face covering in crowded and enclosed spaces, where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet.

Help protect yourself and others 

You can help to keep you and your loved ones safe by:

• Washing your hands regularly for 20 seconds with warm water and soap.
• Receiving your first, second and booster Covid-19 vaccine by booking an appointment online, or finding a local walk-in vaccination clinic where you can just turn up on the day.
• If meeting others indoors, ensure fresh air is circulating, even opening a window for 10 minutes every hour can make a big difference.

Find out more

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