Second Covid-19 test for passengers inbound to Jersey from 'green' regions
Passengers arriving into Jersey from areas classified as 'green' are now required to take a second test for coronavirus.
Previously, inbound passengers arriving from green regions only had to take a PCR swab test when they arrived into the island and did not have to isolate at all.
However, under plans announced by Jersey's Chief Minister, and becoming effective today (29 September), they will also have to take a second swab test on the fifth day after arrival.
For now, there is still no requirement to isolate at all, however when 12 hour testing begins next month, a mandatory self-isolation period will be introduced for these passengers until their first test returns a negative result.
Until that point, islanders should follow government guidance:
limit time away from the home or accommodation
limit social contact with others
maintain one metre physical distancing
avoid using public transport, where possible
avoid indoor gatherings, including bars and restaurants
maintain good hand and respiratory hygiene and report any known symptoms.
As previously announced, the government is also looking to introduce legislation to extend the use of masks in indoor spaces.
The government is also due to issue new regional classifications for England based on lower-tier local authorities, which will take effect from Tuesday 29 September.
Plans for regional classifications were put on pause on public health advice as there were fears that older travellers would not have enough time to amend their travel plans.