Answers to Key Questions , as New Rules for UK, Travelers Take Effect.
'The Independent' reports that fears over the Omicron variant have led to new rules being introduced for U.K. travelers. .
Here are answers for some key questions that people might have as the new rules take effect. .
What's going on?, On December 7 at 4 A.M.,
everyone arriving in the UK must take
a Covid test 48 hours before their departure. .
Will the NHS provide a test?, Travelers must purchase a test
from a private company, as NHS tests
cannot be used for international travel.
Have any other testing rules changed?, Now, even fully vaccinated arrivals must
take a PCR test after arrival and isolate
until they receive a negative result. .
Unvaccinated arrivals must continue to purchase two PCR tests after arriving and isolate for 10 days. .
How can I set up my post arrival test?, Post-arrival PCR tests must be ordered from
a company listed on the government's website. .
'The Independent' reports that many complaints have been made that firms on the list have misleading prices and poor service. .
How is the travel sector responding to the new rules?, Industry leaders have expressed frustration
as the new rules come just weeks
after restrictions had been eased. .
Since then, the potential impact of Omicron has caused renewed restrictions around the world. .
What does the government say about the new rules?, According to 'The Independent,' Health Secretary
Sajid Javid called the renewed travel restrictions
a "decisive action to protect the public health.".
What does the government say about the new rules?, According to 'The Independent,' Health Secretary
Sajid Javid called the renewed travel restrictions
a "decisive action to protect the public health."