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22nd June 2021 / Latest News Coronavirus

Covid-19 update: June 21

Thankfully, the nation’s unlocking from lockdown restrictions has continued, although with a slight delay. However, there are still requirements in place which members should seek to keep aware of during the final stages of lockdown easing. For the time being,...
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13th May 2021 / Latest News Coronavirus

Covid-19 update: 12.05.21

The Government has announced that from 17 May 2021, England will move to step 3 of its roadmap out of lockdown. This will mean a further relaxation of the Covid-19 restrictions that have been in place up until now. The...
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8th April 2021 / Latest News Coronavirus

Covid-19 update: 8.4.21

Members will be aware that shielding is now no longer necessary as of April 1st. From April 9th, twice weekly rapid tests will be available for everyone to test at home. Regular testing, alongside the vaccine rollout are seen as...
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8th March 2021 / Latest News Coronavirus

Asymptomatic testing for Covid-19

The Government is currently expanding the provision of asymptomatic testing to help identify and isolate positive cases of Covid-19 among those who need to leave home to go to work. There are currently two routes to testing available: Workplace Testing...
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23rd February 2021 / Latest News Coronavirus

Government announces plan for easing coronavirus restrictions

On Monday 22nd February, the Government announced its four step plan for easing Coronavirus restrictions in England with the first changes taking place from March 8th. The Government will use four tests to determine whether easing can continue. These are:...
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22nd February 2021 / Latest News Coronavirus

Association writes to Directors of Public Health

The Almshouse Association has written to all the Directors of Public Health regarding access to the Coronavirus vaccine for almshouse staff and residents. We have so far received a number of positive responses from Directors around the country. In the...
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