Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Advice and support for Hampshire residents and businesses during the coronavirus
Current alert level in Hampshire: National lockdown: Stay at Home
Hampshire County Council continues to work closely with partners in Public Health England, local government, the NHS and others, to ensure we are well prepared to respond to further outbreaks of coronavirus to protect the public’s health.
Read the Government guidance for National lockdown: Stay at Home
Advice for residents
Hampshire's response to the coronavirus
Advice for businesses and other settings
NHS Test and Trace
If you have symptoms – no matter how mild - a high temperature, a new and persistent cough or loss of taste and smell, getting a test is quick, easy to do and free.
Book your test todaySelf-isolation
The NHS advise you do not leave your home when you have or might have coronavirus (COVID-19). This is different to social distancing and shielding.
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Keep up to date with the latest news on Keeping Hampshire Safe
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County Council confirms continuation of key services for Hampshire
As Hampshire enters into a period of national restrictions to help stop the spread of COVID-19, the County Council has confirmed that all Hampshire household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) will remain open for those who need to use them
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County Council keeps popular services open but urges residents to stay local
As the country goes into a third lockdown to help stop the spread of Coronavirus the County Council is working to the national guidance for its most popular ‘choose to use’ services, including country parks, Hillier Gardens and libraries
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COVID-19: National Lockdown (Stay at Home) – message to Hampshire residents
From today, Tuesday 5 January, Hampshire joins the rest of England in national lockdown to help curb further spread of the coronavirus
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Hampshire County Council Leader, Councillor Keith Mans responds to parents’ and teachers’ concerns about the return of primary schools after the Christmas holidays
Leader of Hampshire County Council, Councillor Keith Mans is contacting the Secretary of State for Education to stress the concerns of Hampshire parents and teachers in relation to Covid-19 measures ahead of the return to the classroom by primary school children
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“Thank you”
A message from Councillor Keith Mans, Leader of Hampshire County Council
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COVID-19: New Tier restrictions to start in Hampshire districts from Boxing Day
From 00.01 on 26 December, all districts within the Hampshire County Council area currently in Tier 2 (High alert) will move to Tier 4 (Stay at Home), with the exception of the local authority area of the New Forest which will move to Tier 3 (Very High alert). The local authority areas of Gosport and Havant will remain in Tier 4
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COVID- 19: Getting a test over the festive period
Hampshire County Council is reminding residents that COVID testing sites are open over the festive period – and that anyone displaying symptoms must self-isolate and book a test.
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COVID-19: New Tier 4 (Stay at Home) restrictions in place in parts of Hampshire from Sunday 20 December
Parts of the Hampshire County Council local authority area will move to Tier 4 (Stay at Home) from Sunday 20 December, following the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson’s announcement of the introduction of tighter COVID-19 restrictions to help curb the spread of a new variant of coronavirus in some parts of the country.
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COVID-19: Tier 3 (Very High) restrictions to be introduced in parts of Hampshire from Saturday 19 December
Hampshire County Council is urging residents to continue adhering to vital COVID-19 rules, following confirmation from central Government today, that parts of the county will move to Tier 3 (Very High) from Saturday 19 December.
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Protecting your loved ones: the best gift you can give
Hampshire County Council launches winter campaign to help combat COVID-19
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COVID-19: Shop local, shop safe this festive season
With shoppers returning to high streets as the countdown to Christmas begins, Hampshire County Council is encouraging residents to support local businesses this festive season, while ensuring they stay safe
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Christmas Bubbles - have a safe and happy Christmas
Hampshire County Council is reminding residents how they can form a Christmas bubble with loved ones during the five-day festive window, 23 to 27 December, whilst making sure they continue to take steps to stay safe
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Making a positive difference - County Council launches new community project to tackle COVID-19 hardship
A new initiative to help families and individuals who are facing hardship because of the coronavirus pandemic is being launched by Hampshire County Council
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Getting home safely for the holidays - travel guidance as students return home from university
Hampshire County Council has issued advice for students, parents and commuters as the student travel window opens from 3 – 9 December
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Hampshire’s helping hand for vulnerable children and young people this Christmas
Hampshire County Council will implement a food voucher scheme to support vulnerable children, young people and their families during the school Christmas holiday and February 2021 half term week
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COVID-19: High Tier confirmed for Hampshire
Hampshire County Council is urging residents to follow crucial new guidance under the county’s COVID-19 High Tier announced today
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Hampshire chosen for innovative pilot offering regular testing to family members for safer care home visits
A number of care homes across the Hampshire County Council area will be taking part in an innovative new national scheme to support family visitors to have regular Covid-19 tests in order to visit loved ones more safely. Hampshire is one of only three areas in England chosen to take part in the pilot ahead of a wider roll-out nationally
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New help for Hampshire residents to create and protect a COVID support bubble
New online help is now available for Hampshire residents on how to set up and maintain a support bubble while helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19
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A heavy financial burden – County Council Cabinet to review latest Covid costs to Hampshire
Members of Hampshire County Council’s Cabinet will hear next week, how the financial impact of Covid-19 will weigh heavily on the Authority’s budget setting considerations for 2021/22 and beyond
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Government funding secured to support Hampshire’s green and healthy COVID recovery
Hampshire County Council has received news today (13 November 2020) that its bid has been successful for £3.28million of national funding to be used on a range of measures to create better spaces for people walking and cycling
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Hampshire Coronavirus Support and Helpline – open this weekend
Hampshire County Council is reminding residents that the Hampshire Coronavirus Support and Helpline is open this weekend to offer advice, information and support to anyone in need
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Accessing Hampshire’s Registration Service during lockdown
In line with national COVID-19 restrictions, the County Council’s Register Offices are continuing to provide certain core services throughout lockdown, either over the phone or by pre-booked appointment
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County Council confirms partnership funding to support Hythe Ferry through COVID
Hampshire County Council has joined with local authority partners, Southampton City Council and New Forest District Council, to secure a joint funding package for the Hythe Ferry to compensate for financial losses due to falling passenger numbers during the COVID-19 pandemic