Self-isolation removed for double-jabbed close contacts
Covid isolation rules have changed for England
From 16th August, people in England who have had two Covid jabs will not be legally required to isolate for 10 days if they have contact with a positive case.
Instead of isolating, if you have had 2 vaccine doses or are under 18, and identified as a close contact of a positive coronavirus (COVID-19) case, you will be advised to get a free PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test as soon as possible.
People who test positive or show symptoms will still be required to self isolate for 10 days.
