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Covid-19 Update

17 December 2020

Proposing MP
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Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the localised approach to managing the spread of Covid-19 through tier system regulations and vaccine rollout.

Action Requested

The minister announces that areas such as Essex, Waverley, and parts of Hampshire will have their restrictions reviewed at a more local level. The first formal review has taken place yesterday, with detailed rationales attached and data packs deposited in the libraries of both Houses. These changes are implemented from 00:01 on December 19.

Key Facts

  • The government uses five indicators to guide decisions for any given area.
  • Regulations require the Government to review allocations at least every 14 days.
  • A detailed rationale and data pack used to inform these decisions will be deposited in both Houses libraries.
  • Changes are implemented from 00:01 on December 19.
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