On this page you’ll find links to the relevant Coronavirus guidance, both nationally and locally - as well as information on how you can continue to support businesses in Leicester.

Public health guidance

A local outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been identified in Leicester. The government and local authority are acting together to control the spread of the virus in Leicester and affected surrounding areas.

If you live or work in this area, you should stay at home as much as you can. Only travel if it is essential.

Read the latest information from Leicester City Council

To protect yourself and others:

Stay at home as much as possible. Leave only for work or essentials (such as food shopping and caring for others).
Keep 2 metres apart from people outside your household at all times.
Wash your hands regularly for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitiser.
Always wear a face covering when on public transport or in any confined public space, including workplaces where 2m social distancing is not possible.

You can find all the tips to avoid the spreading of the virus here.

Testing

If you have symptoms of coronavirus or you’ve been in close contact with someone who has had symptoms, please get tested as soon as you can.

Remember that the main symptoms of coronavirus are:

high temperature
continuous new cough
loss of smell
loss of taste.

Book your test online at nhs.uk/ask-for-a-coronavirus-test or call 119.

We currently have five test centres in Leicester (Spinney Hill Park, Victoria Park, Evington Leisure Centre, Highfields Centre and Birstall Park & Ride). More test centres may open soon.

If you test positive for coronavirus, you must stay at home for at least 7 days and the people you live with should stay at home for 14 days.

Keep up to date

We will keep you up to date as more details emerge. You can always check the latest information online at leicester.gov.uk/coronavirus and you may also wish to follow the council’s social media accounts.

How will coronavirus impact my travel to Leicester & Leicestershire?

In response to the current coronavirus outbreak, the UK government has advised against all unnecessary travel and has asked the public to stop 'non-essential contact' for the time being.