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New legal duty to self-isolate comes into force today
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From today, people in England will be required by law to self-isolate if they test positive or are contacted by NHS Test and Trace.
Robust and resilient PPE supply chains will provide continuous flow to frontline.
Over 10 million people in England and Wales have downloaded the app, 6 million on the first day.
A list of areas with additional local restrictions. Includes information for local authorities, residents and workers about what to do and how to manage the outbreak.
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