Information on COVID-19

Government roadmap

On Monday 22 February, the Government announced their ‘roadmap’ out of COVID-19 restrictions. As we continue to update our services through each stage of the easing restrictions, you should:

• see details of the full Government announcement are available on GOV.UK
• remember that COVID-19 remains part of our lives and carry on with hands, face, space to keep yourself and others safe

Get support in York

• support for schools and students, including advice about going back to school
• support for businesses, including business grants
• support for residents including self-isolation support payments, benefits and other financial support and winter support grants
• look after your mental, physical and emotional health
• get involved and get the latest local information through our Ask The Leaders Facebook live sessions

Coronavirus testing in York

Getting tested and self-isolating if you or you or someone you have been in close contact with have symptoms of coronavirus is vital in stopping the spread of the virus.

If you develop symptoms of coronavirus, you must arrange a test through the NHS, alternatively, coronavirus testing for people who are symptom-free is available, alongside home testing kits for students and families, and community coronavirus testing in York.

Access to our services

For your safety and to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we’re offering alternative access to our services; our website advises of any different arrangements in place at this time, and most services remain available online, by telephone or email. You can:

• report problems online
• make payments online
• book an appointment for support in person

Also see

• COVID Marshalls
• GOV.UK coronavirus guidance and support
• NHS advice on coronavirus
• Coronavirus cases, deaths, testing and healthcare statistics
• NHS COVID-19 app