The situation around the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to change.

It’s important to check and follow the current advice around reporting symptoms, travel and maintaining good hygiene. If you are told by NHS 111 to self-isolate, please follow all medical guidance.

Newman University Covid-19 Resilience Commitment Statement explains Newman University’s commitment to resilience in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A full and detailed corporate University Risk Assessment is available to all staff and students on the University Intranet. Local risk assessments have been undertaken by teams and business units.

UK Coronavirus Action Plan:

In March 2020, the Government published a guide to what you can expect across the UK – which includes the following advice:

• follow public health authorities’ advice, including regularly washing your hands
• reduce the spread of misinformation by relying on trusted sources, including the NHS, Public Health England and the UK Government website
• for travel advice follow the latest Foreign and Commonwealth Office advice
• use NHS 111 (including online, where possible), pharmacies and GPs responsibly
• check for new advice as the situation changes

Find out more about the action plan.

Useful Links:

Government information including advice for returning travellers, details of symptoms and explanation of how the virus is transmitted

Foreign and Commonwealth Office travel advice

Travel Guidance for the Education Sector (DfE/PHE)

How to wash your hands – NHS guidance on when and how to wash your hands, and what to do if you can’t access hand-washing facilities

NHS self-isolation advice – guidance on when and how you should self-isolate, including links to mental health and well-being information

Useful contacts

For official advice and health concerns:

• Call or visit online NHS 111

Current Students and Staff

If you are a current student or member of staff at Newman University please check your emails for daily updates as well as the FAQs page on the Intranet.