UK government updates international travel advice during lockdown

The British government has advised against non-essential travel during the next lockdown, which starts on November 5.

It follows Prime Minister Boris Johnson's announcement on Saturday of another month-long lockdown.

The British government has issued an official statement which says, "Overnight stays and holidays away from primary residences will not be allowed - including holidays in the UK and abroad.

"This includes staying in a second home, if you own one, or staying with anyone you do not live with or are in a support bubble with. There are specific exceptions, for example, if you need to stay away from home (including in a second home) for work purposes.

"You must not travel if you are experiencing any coronavirus symptoms, are self-isolating as a result of coronavirus symptoms, are sharing a household or support bubble with somebody with symptoms, or have been told to self-isolate after being contacted by NHS Test and Trace."

It goes on to state that "Developments in the coronavirus pandemic remain uncertain around the world. No travel is risk-free. If you do need to travel abroad before December 2 (and are legally permitted to do so, for example, because it is for work), even if you are returning to a place you’ve visited before, you should look at the rules in place at your destination, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) travel advice and the current travel corridor list.