- As of Tuesday, 23 February 2021, 4,134,639 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the UK (pillar 1 and 2) and there have been 121,305 deaths. Further information on the data is available here: https://coronavirus.data.gov.uk/
Announcements
- Prime Minister sets out roadmap to cautiously ease lockdown restrictions PM Boris Johnson has announced the government’s roadmap to cautiously ease lockdown restrictions in England. Updated: 22 February 2021
- PM statement to the House of Commons on roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions in England: 22 February 2021 Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a statement to the House of Commons on the roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions in England. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Mass testing for secondary pupils as all schools and colleges fully reopen from 8 March Schools and colleges to reopen to all pupils from 8 March with asymptomatic COVID-19 testing in place. Updated: 22 February 2021
- First real-world UK data shows Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine provides high levels of protection from the first dose PHE has today published the first independent analysis in the UK showing the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is effective against COVID-19 from the first dose. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Surge testing to be deployed in New Addington, Croydon Working in partnership with the local authority, additional testing and genomic sequencing is being deployed to targeted areas within the CR0 postcode in New Addington, Croydon. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Contingencies fund advance: 22 February 2020 Notification of COVID-19 support fund expenditure. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Prime Minister to publish roadmap for cautiously easing COVID restrictions The Prime Minister will set out the government’s roadmap for cautiously easing lockdown restrictions in England. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Surge testing to be deployed in an area of Brentwood Additional testing and genomic sequencing is being deployed to the CM13 postcode in Brentwood, Essex. Updated: 21 February 2021
- PHE launches new Psychological First Aid training The online training, developed by PHE, is now available for those supporting children and young people affected by coronavirus (COVID-19). Updated: 21 February 2021
- Care home residents to be allowed one visitor as part of cautious easing of lockdown Every resident will be allowed one regular indoor visitor from 8 March. Updated: 20 February 2021
- UK donates equipment to Peru to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. The donation of 60 ventilators and 40 monitors by the UK government will strengthen the care of patients with COVID-19 in Peru. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Regulatory approval of COVID-19 Vaccine Moderna Information for healthcare professionals and the public about the COVID-19 Vaccine Moderna. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Business Rates Review Update The final report of the government’s fundamental review of business rates will now be published in the Autumn, it was announced today, 19 February. Updated: 19 February 2021
- New campaign to support vaccine roll-out backed by social media companies and British institutions Social media platforms and celebrities team up with government and NHS to launch new graphics to show support for vaccine roll-out. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Surge testing to be deployed in areas around Leeds A further targeted area will have additional testing made available to control and suppress the potential spread of a COVID-19 variant. Updated: 18 February 2021
Data
Updates to Surveillance Reports and Dashboard
- Evidence summary: COVID-19 – children, young people and education settings DfE paper summarising evidence in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, particularly around children, young people and education settings. Updated: 22 February 2021
- SPI-B: Return to campus for Spring term: risk of increased transmission from student migration, 13 January 2021 Paper prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Insights Group on Behaviours (SPI-B). Updated: 22 February 2021
- TFC: COVID-19 in higher education settings, 10 February 2021 Paper prepared by the Children’s Task and Finish Group (TFC). Updated: 22 February 2021
- SPI-M-O: Consensus statement on COVID-19, 10 February 2021 Consensus statement from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) Updated: 22 February 2021
- SPI-M-O: Summary of modelling on easing restrictions, 3 February 2021 Statement from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O). Updated: 22 February 2021
- Isaac Newton Institute: COVID-19 and universities, 13 January 2021 Paper prepared by the Higher Education Working Group at the Isaac Newton Institute (INI). Updated: 22 February 2021
- SPI-M-O: Statement on relaxation of NPIs and the re-opening of schools, 27 January 2021 Statement from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O). Updated: 22 February 2021
- Juniper consortium: Impact of partial school openings, 10 February 2021 Paper prepared by the Juniper (Joint Universities Pandemic and Epidemological Research) consortium. Updated: 22 February 2021
- TFC: Children and transmission – update paper, 10 February 2021 Update paper prepared by the Children’s Task and Finish Group (TFC). Updated: 22 February 2021
- Imperial College London: Unlocking roadmap scenarios for England, 18 February 2021 Unlocking roadmap scenarios paper prepared by the Imperial College COVID-19 Response Team. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Imperial College London: Strategies for gradually lifting NPIs in parallel to COVID-19 vaccine roll-out in the UK, 4 February 2021 Paper prepared by the Imperial College London COVID-19 Response team. Updated: 22 February 2021
- University of Warwick: Roadmaps for relaxation of NPIs, 18 February 2021 Modelling from the University of Warwick. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Imperial College London: Unlocking roadmap scenarios for England, 5 February 2021 Unlocking roadmap scenarios paper prepared by the Imperial College COVID-19 Response Team. Updated: 22 February 2021
- SPI-M-O: Summary of modelling on scenario for easing restrictions, 6 February 2021 Summary by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O). Updated: 22 February 2021
- University of Warwick: Relaxation of NPIs as vaccination proceeds, 4 February 2021 Forecast paper prepared by University of Warwick on the impact of vaccinations tabled at SAGE 79. Updated: 22 February 2021
- SPI-M-O: Summary of modelling on roadmap scenarios, 17 February 2021 Paper from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O). Updated: 22 February 2021
- University of Warwick: Roadmaps for relaxation of NPIs, 6 February 2021 Paper prepared by University of Warwick on easing of restrictions. Updated: 22 February 2021
- COVID-19: PHE laboratory assessments of molecular tests PHE has undertaken rapid assessments of commercially provided diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2 nucleic acid detection with further evaluations ongoing. Updated: 22 February 2021
- The Rὺm Model technical annex The model is based on the epidemiology, behaviours and performance of NHS Test and Trace for October 2020. Updated: 19 February 2021
- SPI-M-O: Medium-term projections, 3 February 2021 Medium term projections prepared by the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O). Updated: 19 February 2021
- SPI-M-O: Consensus statement on COVID-19, 3 February 2021 Consensus statement from the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Modelling, Operational sub-group (SPI-M-O) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE). Updated: 19 February 2021
- Dynamic CO-CIN report to SAGE and NERVTAG (recent cases), 11 February 2021 Clinical information provided to the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) and the New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group (NERVTAG). Updated: 19 February 2021
- Multicentre cohort study on in-hospital complications in COVID-19, 4 February 2021 Paper prepared by academics on in-hospital complications associated with COVID-19. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Dynamic CO-CIN report to SAGE and NERVTAG (recent cases), 4 February 2021 Clinical information provided to the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) and the New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group (NERVTAG). Updated: 19 February 2021
- ONS: Post-COVID-19 complications following hospitalisation, 3 February 2021 Paper prepared by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE). Updated: 19 February 2021
- Dynamic CO-CIN report to SAGE and NERVTAG (all cases), 4 February 2021 Clinical information provided to the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) and the New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group (NERVTAG). Updated: 19 February 2021
- ONS: Update on long COVID-19 prevalence estimate, 1 February 2021 Paper prepared by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) for the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE). Updated: 19 February 2021
- DCMS Economic Estimates: Ad-hoc statistical releases This page lists links to ad hoc statistical analyses on Economic Estimates that have not been included in our standard publications. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Coronavirus and the social impacts on Great Britain: 19 February 2021 Indicators from the Opinions and Lifestyle Survey to understand the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on people, households and communities in Great Britain. Updated: 19 February 2021
Information, advice and guidance
- COVID-19: migrant health guide Advice and guidance for healthcare practitioners on the health needs of migrant patients. Updated: 23 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): getting tested Guidance on coronavirus testing, including who is eligible for a test and how to get tested. Updated: 23 February 2021
- Surge testing for new coronavirus (COVID-19) variants How ‘surge testing’ and genomic sequencing is being used in locations in England where COVID-19 variants have been identified. Updated: 23 February 2021
- HMCTS weekly operational summary on courts and tribunals during coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak This page provides a weekly summary of the HM Courts and Tribunals Service operational position during the coronavirus pandemic. We will aim to update this every Friday at 5pm. Updated: 22 February 2021
- NHS COVID-19 app: privacy information Privacy notice and data protection impact assessment for the NHS COVID-19 mobile app. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Check if your business is eligible for a coronavirus grant due to national lockdowns (for closed businesses) The Local Restrictions Support Grants (LRSG (Closed) Addendum) support businesses that have been required to close due to national lockdowns. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Day 2 and day 8 testing for international arrivals: minimum standards for providers Sets out the minimum standards that private sector providers must meet for the COVID-19 tests for people arriving in England. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Special schools and other specialist settings: coronavirus (COVID-19) What all special schools and other specialist settings will need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Updated: 22 February 2021
- PHE monitoring of the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccination Data on the real-world efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Personal protective equipment (PPE): local contacts for providers A list of local contacts for providers who are not on the PPE portal. Providers can get PPE through their local authority or local resilience forum. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Local Restrictions Support Grants (LRSG), Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG), Christmas Support Payment (CSP) for wet-led pubs: guidance for local authorities This is guidance for local authorities on paying grants to support businesses during national lockdown periods and periods of local restrictions. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) lateral flow testing of visitors in care homes Sets out how care homes and visitors can prepare for visitor testing with lateral flow devices (LFDs). Updated: 22 February 2021
- 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. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Higher education providers: coronavirus (COVID-19) Information on the return of students and NHS Test and Trace channels. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) contingency framework for education and childcare settings How settings can prepare for restrictions to help contain community transmission of coronavirus (COVID-19). Updated: 22 February 2021
- Actions for FE colleges and providers during the coronavirus outbreak Find out what you’ll need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak to maintain provision. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Actions for early years and childcare providers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak What childcare services early years settings, childminders and local authorities need to provide during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Actions for schools during the coronavirus outbreak What all schools will need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) catch-up premium: allocations Details the coronavirus (COVID-19) catch-up premium allocation tables and conditions of grant for the academic year 2020 to 2021. Updated: 22 February 2021
- COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021 The government has published the ‘COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021’, setting out the roadmap out of the current lockdown for England. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Private providers of coronavirus testing Lists of and information about approved suppliers of private testing kits for coronavirus (COVID-19). Updated: 22 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): keeping children safe online Advice and guidance to help parents and carers to keep children safe online during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Updated: 22 February 2021
- COVID-19: letter to clinically extremely vulnerable people Reference-only version of letter from the government to people who are clinically extremely vulnerable. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Keeping court and tribunal buildings safe, secure and clean This page provides details about security, cleaning and social-distancing arrangements in court and tribunal buildings during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on the phased return of elite sport Guidance for elite athletes and coaches on the phased return of elite sport. Updated: 22 February 2021
- Haulier advice site locations Find sites where HGV and coach drivers can get free COVID-19 tests and check their documents to transport goods to the EU. Updated: 21 February 2021
- Get a coronavirus (COVID-19) test if you’re an HGV or van driver You must take a coronavirus (COVID-19) test before you leave the UK for some countries – check which countries require them and how to get a free test. Updated: 21 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): jobs that qualify for travel exemptions Jobs that qualify for exemptions from quarantine, passenger locator form or COVID testing requirements. Updated: 21 February 2021
- COVID-19 vaccination: easy-read leaflets Easy-read guides providing information on coronavirus (COVID-19) and vaccination. Updated: 20 February 2021
- COVID-19 vaccination: vaccine product information poster Information on the presentation, doses and storage of COVID-19 vaccines. Updated: 20 February 2021
- Adult Social Care Infection Control Fund: round 2 Sets out the infection control measures that the new infection control fund will support, including information on the distribution of funds and reporting requirements. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Understanding the possession action process: guidance for landlords and tenants
- Guidance for landlords and tenants in the private and social rented sectors to explain the possession action process in the county courts in England and Wales. Updated: 19 February 2021
- 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. Updated: 19 February 2021
- COVID Support Force: the MOD’s continued contribution to the coronavirus response Military personnel are supporting public services across the UK to assist with the response to COVID-19. This page has the latest information on the MOD’s activities. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Testing for coronavirus before hospital Sets out how and when to get tested for COVID-19 before a hospital procedure. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing before you travel to England You must have proof of a negative COVID-19 test to travel to England from abroad. Updated: 19 February 2021
- COVID-19 and renting: guidance for landlords, tenants and local authorities Non-statutory guidance for landlords, tenants and local authorities in the private and social rented sectors in the context of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Updated: 19 February 2021
- The R value and growth rate in the UK The latest reproduction number (R) and growth rate of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the UK. Updated: 19 February 2021
- How to stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) Advice for everyone to help stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Updated: 19 February 2021
- Hospital discharge service: policy and operating model Sets out how health and care systems should support the safe and timely discharge of people who no longer need to stay in hospital. Updated: 19 February 2021
- COVID-19 and worklessness: support for London local authorities This report provides information on worklessness. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Eat Out to Help Out Scheme: receiving payments you were not entitled to – CC/FS58 Information about repaying Eat Out to Help Out Scheme payments. Updated: 19 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing: privacy information Privacy notice for NHS Test and Trace virus testing for all users of the service. Updated: 18 February 2021
- COVID-19 surveillance and immunity studies An overview of national surveillance programmes to understand how COVID-19 is present and affecting the wider population. Updated: 18 February 2021
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) testing for adult day care centre workers Sets out how open day care centres providing essential care in England can order weekly PCR testing for their staff. Updated: 18 February 2021
Marketing and communications materials – Updated 23 February 2021
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