National restrictions
- National lockdown in England
- Restrictions in Scotland
- Restrictions in Wales
- Restrictions in Northern Ireland
Coronavirus (COVID‑19) is spreading fast.
Do not leave your home unless necessary.
1 in 3 people who have the virus have no symptoms, so you could be spreading it without knowing it.
Get a test and stay at home
For example, if you’re out of work, need to get food, or want to take care of your mental health.
You must complete a travel declaration form if you are travelling abroad from England. You must state the reason for your travel on the form.
Step 1 of the roadmap out of lockdown begins.
In England, all pupils return to school and students return to Further Education. Some students on practical courses will return to university. After-school clubs and breakfast clubs begin again.
Outdoor recreation or exercise with your household or 1 other person is allowed.
Find out more about the roadmap out of lockdown.
The furlough scheme and support grants for self-employed people are being extended until September.
Find out more about coronavirus-related changes in this year’s Budget.
How to get tested for coronavirus (COVID-19)
Get coronavirus (COVID-19) support if you’re working less or not working - and find out how to stay safe at work.
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
Coronavirus (COVID-19) information about schools, nurseries, colleges and universities.
See specific guidance for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Published 6 March 2021
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