Self-isolation period to be reduced in May?

Friday, 16 April 2021 08:30

By Leanne Cooke @leannelily18

Could the self-isolation period for residents returning to Manx shores be reduced from next month?

Following a question from 3FM in yesterday's media briefing - Chief Minister Howard Quayle revealed that may be the case.

Mr Quayle said he 'hopes' the isolation period can be shortened by the beginning of May.

Currently - people have to stay at home for either 14 days, or 21 days if they choose not to pay to be tested for the virus.

However Mr Quayle did add this could only happen, subject to Covid-19 data.

He also revealed the government has been working on a 'traffic light system':

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