Freedom Day, what's changing in the UK: rules when returning to the UK
Monday, July 19, is the day of the reopening of the United Kingdom. Despite the release of the Delta variant, the government of [...]
Monday July 19 is the day of the UK's reopening. Despite the release of the Delta variant, Boris Johnson's government has confirmed the green light, conferring a large number of freedoms cancelled over the past year and a half.
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Sajid Javic, minister of health of the United Kingdom, confirmed this, in relation to England, Scotland, Wales e Northern Ireland. He explained in Parliament how the government is moving in a measured manner. The choice is the result of some comforting data in relation to a variety of parameters, including hospitalizations and the number of people vaccinated. One is aware, at the same time, that cases will increase in the coming days because of the Delta variant.
Freedom Day in the United Kingdom
A step toward the life that was led before the pandemic. Green light for activities such as nightclubs. At the same time there will be a substantial relaxation of what remains of restrictions on public events, cinemas, theaters, weddings and funerals. Citizens are asked to maintain a cautious attitude but, at the same time, leave them free to act in the hope that the vaccine safety net will hold.
As much as one expects an increase in infections due to the Delta variant, it was reasoned that now was the best time to ease restrictions. Summer reduces the impact of other respiratory infections, and then schools are closed.
From Monday COVID restrictions will end in some settings. However, NHS staff, patients and visitors must continue to wear face coverings and socially distance in healthcare settings.
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Here are what are the Collapsed rules since July 19 UK:
- Cancelled the rule of six: it will be possible to meet in groups of more than six people outdoors and indoors
- reopened premises: many businesses will reopen their doors. Chief among them are those of nightlife. There will be a return to dancing in nightclubs
- Weddings and funerals: goodbye to limitations on attendees at weddings and funerals
- Masks: goodbye to mandatory masks indoors, with some exceptions. The government, however, recommends their use in crowded situations
- events: the return to everyday life also comes through the green light for concerts, sporting events, cinema and theater
- Distancing: removed rules on social distancing, a crucial turning point for the management of venues and activities of various kinds
Travel to the United Kingdom
There has also been an easing of anti Covid travel-related precautionary measures. Specifically, reference is made to the travel between the UK and more than 100 countries, which includes Italy. Space also for much of the EU and the USA.
It is official, as outlined by Grant Shapps, UK Transport Minister, that there is a farewell to the previously required quarantine period for all UK residents returning from countries on the list. This is provided that the individuals have received the double dose of vaccine.
As mentioned, however, the latter does not apply to the entire European Union. The limit remains valid for the France, for example. Travelers returning from French territories will have to remain in isolation for 10 days, either at home or at other accommodations, even if fully vaccinated. However, it is possible to shorten the quarantine period by paying out of pocket for a swab.
There has been no shortage of controversy from the scientific community and beyond. Christina Pagel, director of the clinical operations research unit at University College London, put it this way, "Considering our position as a global travel hub, any variant that becomes dominant in the UK will likely spread to the rest of the world."
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Limitations for Italians
"Freedom Day" may attract the attention of many Italian travelers. But what are the limitations imposed by the tricolor government? According to reports from the Ministry of Health, anyone who has spent or transited the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland (including Gibraltar, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and British bases on the island of Cyprus) in the 14 days prior to entering Italy will be required to:
- Molecular or antigenic testing within 48 hours prior to entry
- Quarantine for a period of five days at the dwelling or abode indicated by the dPLF (EU Digital Passenger Locator Form)
- Molecular or antigenic test at the end of the five-day quarantine period
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