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More access to community testing in north Dorset

Residents and businesses in north Dorset have more access to community testing.

Businesses no longer need to register for LFD testing

Businesses no longer have to register for community testing.

Parents of school and college students can get rapid COVID-19 tests

All parents of school and college students can now get two rapid COVID-19 tests each week.

Frontline council staff to have weekly testing

Communities across Dorset are being asked to keep up the good work in stopping the spread of COVID-19.

Dorset COVID public update: live this Thursday

Act now to avoid more restrictions

People in Dorset are being urged to act now to reduce the likelihood of a future major spike in cases and the need for more local restrictions.

Do your bit to prevent the spread of COVID

Public Health Dorset to publish weekly local COVID-19 updates

Public Health Dorset publishes weekly updates around coronavirus in Dorset.

Antibody testing in Dorset underway for healthcare staff

Antibody testing for healthcare staff in Dorset has begun to see if they have had the virus that causes COVID-19.

Dorset residents encouraged to use NHS Test and Trace service

A new NHS Test and Trace system has been launched across England to help identify those who have had close contact with people who have tested positive for coronavirus.

Think twice before travelling this weekend

Dorset leaders ask for the public to use common sense and to ‘think twice’ before rushing to Dorset.