Exemptions completed (January 18)
People travelling to the UK for film and television production are no longer exempt from COVID-19 restrictions as of today (18 January).
The UK government has updated its list of task exemptions and, from 4 a. m. Today’s GMT, those traveling for high-end film and television production will now have to isolate themselves for 10 days upon arrival.
Other entertainment works, such as advertising productions and performing arts professionals, are no longer exempt.
Behind the scenes of “1917”. Credit: eOne
However, those who “engage in the press or essential paintings for network paintings and BBC transmission services” are still exempt from restrictions: they will have to complete a passenger placement form, pass a coronavirus check and display a letter from their company. that includes your non-public details, employer contact details and the paintings you will make.
Passengers can use the Test to Release program, where after five days of self-isolation, they can electronically book a personal coronavirus check and can avoid isolation without delay if the result is negative. for the UK, and the program is not available to anyone who has stayed in or crossed a country on the no-travel list within 10 days of arrival in England.
Exemption measures are expected to be reviewed in approximately one month on 15 February.
Meanwhile, last week, the UK government announced plans to vaccinate “tens of millions of people” during the spring. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said last week that until late January, everyone in England would be within 16 km of a vaccination site. with open sites in local pharmacies and vaccines brought through cell groups in more rural areas.
In addition, a recent study in Germany has shown that there is minimal threat of COVID-19 transmission in a indoor concert hall. The study was conducted at the 1500-seat Dortmund Konzerthaus for 3 days in November.