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Covid-19 Update

30 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 discusses the latest review and changes to Tier allocations across England due to the emergence of a new variant of COVID-19.

Action Requested

The government has decided to place most of the country in Tier 4 and almost all in Tiers 3 and 4, with regulations requiring reviews at least every 14 days. A list and data packs used for these decisions will be deposited in both Houses of Parliament.

Key Facts

  • Most of England is now in Tier 4.
  • Decisions are based on five indicators outlined in the COVID-19 Winter Plan.
  • The regulations require review at least every 14 days.
  • A comprehensive list and data packs will be deposited in both Houses of Parliament.
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