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The government have announced a number of measures to combat the new Omricon Variant. The Variant has a number of mutations that have caused concerns amongst scientists.
From tomorrow (Tuesday 30th November):
- All contacts of suspected Omicron cases must self-isolate for 10 days, regardless of vaccination status.
- All international arrivals entering the UK must take a Day 2 PCR test & self-isolate until they receive a negative result.
- Face coverings will become compulsory on public transport & shops.
In addition, the government's scientific advisors have recommended that the booster jab is extended to ALL adults over 18, three months after their first jab.
Those aged 12 to 15 in England are to be offered a second dose of a Covid vaccine 12 weeks after their first jab and all adults will be eligible for their booster jab three months after their second jab.