Updated advice
Updated 25 August
The Island moves to the final stage of the reconnection roadmap on the 26 August. The easing of restrictions allows:
- resumption of standing alcoholic drink services
- full reopening of nightclubs, including dancing
- unlimited numbers of people permitted in homes and gardens
- permission for large events, subject to risk assessment
- removal of legal requirement to wear masks in indoor public places, except in ports and on public transport
- an end to working from home as the default
All Islanders over the age of 12 are still required to wear a mask when using public and private hire transport (including taxis) and when at the bus station harbour and airport.
The past year has been difficult for everyone, we arrive at Stage 7 thanks to the behaviours and actions that islanders have taken to keep each other safe. As we enter Stage 7 of reconnection, we continue to adapt to life alongside COVID-19.
Whilst vaccination continues to play a vital role in reducing severe illness and death it cannot be the only precaution we take.
To help keep our island connected we need to continue practicing some of the key behaviours and actions that have allowed us to reach Stage 7. This means we can reduce the likelihood of losing the daily activities we can now enjoy which we have worked so hard to regain.
COVID-19 remains a global pandemic we must remain ready to adapt and adjust our daily lives to the challenges of living in a pandemic.
Key public health messages
if you have symptoms of COVID-19 you must isolate immediately and call the helpline
if you're a direct contact be cautious about the activities you do
you must wear a mask when using public transport and at the ports
wearing a mask in crowded and indoor spaces will also help to protect yourself and others
wash and sanitise your hands regularly
maximise ventilation when inside. Open windows and doors
Reconnection roadmap
Stage 7: Thursday 26 August
standing alcoholic drink service resumes
unlimited number of people permitted in homes and gardens
nightclubs fully reopen, including dancing
larger indoor and outdoor events and festivals permitted, subject to case numbers and risk assessment
removal of legal requirement to wear masks in indoor public places, except in ports and on public transport
end of working from home as default
Current interim Stage: Monday 14 June
from Monday 21 July, masks are mandatory inside certain public places for anyone over the age of 12 who are able to do so unless exempt
working from home as default
any number of guests may attend a wedding or civil partnership in a private home or garden
Stage 6: Monday 10 May
up to 50 people to attend a wedding reception in a private garden (including in a marquee)
saunas and Jacuzzis reopen
masks are still required indoors
from 28 May, inbound travel to all other destinations resumed (excluding UK list of banned countries)
Stage 5: Monday 12 April
physical distancing requirements replaced with guidance
working from home guidance lifted
no limits on size of gatherings in venues, such as controlled wedding receptions, wakes or theatre performances
up to 20 people can attend informal gatherings in people’s homes and gardens or in public places, such as beaches
no limit on spectators or participants at sports events, where those events are able to take place without the need for special permits or licences
from Monday 26 April, inbound travel classifications resumed from the UK and Crown Dependencies
masks continue to be worn indoors
standard licensing hours resume in bars and restaurants resumes from 30 April
Stage 4: Friday 2 April
alcoholic drinks table service resumes, without the need for an accompanying meal
customers must eat and drink at the table, but there is no requirement to order and pay at the table
food and drink must be ordered (in all food and drink premises) before 11pm and the establishments must close at 11.30pm
no limit on dining or drinking time
masks are still required except when seated at a table
table numbers still limited to 10, with 2m or screens between people sitting at adjacent table
Stage 4: Monday 15 March
indoor sport reopens including gyms, swimming pools and changing rooms
household gatherings will be allowed for up to 10 people
soft play for up to 10 children resumed
singing and playing woodwind and brass instruments indoors allowed for groups up to 10
from 26 March, no restriction on the number of people for worship, marriage and funeral ceremonies
from 26 March, changes for children's activity groups
Stage 1 to 3: 11 January to 8 March
pupils returned to schools
visitor attractions resumed
close contact services resume
outdoor sport resumed
worship ceremonies increased to 40 people
alignment with UK travel ban in relation to variants of concern)
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