Coronavirus (Covid-19) what you need to know

Coronavirus is still with us and is something we now have to learn to live with. Restrictions have been removed in England but there are still steps you can take to reduce the risk of catching and spreading the virus.

• get vaccinated to help protect yourself and others from becoming seriously ill
• let fresh air in when you meet others indoors
• consider wearing a face covering in crowded or enclosed spaces
• stay at home if you have symptoms of a respiratory infection and you have a high temperature or do not feel well enough to go to work or carry out normal activities

Our North Somerset living well with Covid-19 framework describes what we are doing to manage Covid-19 and keep residents safe and well.

Routine population testing systems have been stood down. Therefore we have more limited data than we did during the height of the pandemic response. We use estimates from the Office for National Statistics Covid-19 Infection Survey as to how many people in North Somerset have Covid-19. Our data dashboard also shows how many people have been vaccinated, have confirmed infection or are in hospital after getting coronavirus in North Somerset.

The Covid-19 vaccines are safe and effective. They give you the best protection against the virus.

Grab a Jab can help you find out if you are eligible for a Covid-19 vaccine. It also has information on how to book an appointment in North Somerset.

If you are eligible, you can get a free test from the NHS.

If you cannot get a free test, you will have to buy a Covid-19 test kit.