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.
A 4-step plan to ease lockdown in England has been announced.
Households of, and people in a support or childcare bubble with, school pupils and staff members can get twice-weekly rapid lateral flow tests.
Secondary school pupils and all school staff (both primary and secondary) will get tested twice a week at their school.
Pupils return to face-to-face education in school and further education in England. Wraparound childcare, such as after-school clubs, can reopen.
Outdoor recreation, such as a picnic, is allowed. This can be on your own, with one other person, or with your household or support bubble.
Indoor visits to care homes start again for a single named visitor.
Read the current rules and the changes happening from 8 March.
Find out whether you need a PCR test or rapid lateral flow test for coronavirus (COVID-19)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) information about schools, nurseries, colleges and universities.
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
See specific guidance for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Published 28 February 2021
Published 28 February 2021
Published 22 February 2021