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Coronavirus
Government guidance and advice
Let’s keep life moving
Coronavirus remains a serious health risk. You should stay cautious to help protect yourself and others.
- Fresh air – Meet outside, or open windows and doors for indoor visitors
- Testing – If you think you have symptoms stay at home and take a PCR test
- Face coverings – Wear face coverings in crowded places and on public transport
- App – Check in to venues when you go out
- Handwashing – Wash your hands with soap regularly, and for at least 20 seconds
- Get vaccinated if you’re 18 or over
More information at gov.uk/coronavirus
Coronavirus information on GOV.UK
- Guidance and support
- The rules and roadmap
- Testing and self-isolating
- International travel
- Vaccination
- Self-employment and businesses
- Work and support
- Schools, universities, education and childcare
Shielding and support for vulnerable groups
Shielding advice was paused on 1 April 2021. If you require additional care and support to help you stay safe and well, click on link above.
Essex County Council Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Updates on how coronavirus is affecting services, and information, advice and guidance for residents.
Coronavirus Easy Read
Easy Read documents are for people with learning disabilities to help them understand important information. The information is written in short sentences that avoid difficult words or jargon.
Lots of other people use Easy Read information too:
- Older people
- Young people and children
- People who don’t speak english as a first language
- People who don’t have enough time to read long, complex versions of information