The United Kingdom has made changes to coronavirus (COVID-19) testing measures for travellers arriving in the country from February 11 as the government has taken one step further to reopen the travel sector.&nbsp;

India-based news agencies reported that the change in rules is&nbsp;for fully vaccinated travellers, including those from India, arriving in the UK from next month.&nbsp;

As per a statement released by the authorities, all testing measures for eligible fully vaccinated travellers will be removed from 4:00am (local time) on 11 February.&nbsp;

The statement mentioned that the travel rules and measures have been simplified so that families can find options to travel abroad during the school holidays. The move is also a boost to the tourism industry.&nbsp;

The UK has been one of the countries where Omicron wreaked havoc after it emerged last year in November. It led to a rise in the number of COVID-19 cases, putting pressure on Intensive Care Units (ICUs) with increased hospitalisation.&nbsp;

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Now, all testing requirements will be removed for eligible fully vaccinated arrivals and only a Passenger Locator Form (PLF) is required.&nbsp;

The authorities also informed that those who are not recognised as fully vaccinated will only need to take a pre-departure test and a PCR test on or before day 2 after they arrive in the UK.&nbsp;

Also, the children aged 12-15 in England will be able to prove their vaccination status or proof of prior infection online on NHS COVID Pass from February 3 if they want to travel outside.&nbsp;

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Impact on India

UK has removed COVID-19 testing requirements for fully vaccinated travellers, including those from India.&nbsp;

UK's Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said that the country will be connecting with key global markets and will recognise vaccine certificates from 16 more countries and territories including India, bringing the total list to over 180 countries and territories worldwide.&nbsp;

"We made the right calls at the right time and thanks to our vaccine and booster rollout it’s paying off — allowing us to safely remove nearly all COVID-19 travel restrictions for vaccinated travellers. This final step in our stale and safe full return to international travel is a major boost for U.K. tourism, setting Britain free ahead of the crucial half term and spring holiday season," said Shapps.

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The United Kingdom has made changes to coronavirus (COVID-19) testing measures for travellers arriving in the country from February 11 as the government has taken one step further to reopen the travel sector.

The United Kingdom has made changes to coronavirus (COVID-19) testing measures for travellers arriving in the country from February 11 as the government has taken one step further to reopen the travel sector. India-based news agencies reported that the change in rules is for fully vaccinated travellers, including those from India, arriving in the UK from next month. As per a statement released by the authorities, all testing measures for eligible fully vaccinated travellers will be removed from 4:00am (local time) on 11 February. The statement mentioned that the travel rules and measures have been simplified so that families can find options to travel abroad during the school holidays. The move is also a boost to the tourism industry. The UK has been one of the countries where Omicron wreaked havoc after it emerged last year in November. It led to a rise in the number of COVID-19 cases, putting pressure on Intensive Care Units (ICUs) with increased hospitalisation. IN PICS | Boris Johnson, Kim Kardashian, Novak Djokovic: Here's a list of most famous COVID-19 rulebreakers Now, all testing requirements will be removed for eligible fully vaccinated arrivals and only a Passenger Locator Form (PLF) is required. The authorities also informed that those who are not recognised as fully vaccinated will only need to take a pre-departure test and a PCR test on or before day 2 after they arrive in the UK. Also, the children aged 12-15 in England will be able to prove their vaccination status or proof of prior infection online on NHS COVID Pass from February 3 if they want to travel outside. ALSO READ | Omicron cases falling in parts of the US, but expert says COVID-19 is here to stay Impact on India UK has removed COVID-19 testing requirements for fully vaccinated travellers, including those from India. UK's Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said that the country will be connecting with key global markets and will recognise vaccine certificates from 16 more countries and territories including India, bringing the total list to over 180 countries and territories worldwide. "We made the right calls at the right time and thanks to our vaccine and booster rollout it’s paying off — allowing us to safely remove nearly all COVID-19 travel restrictions for vaccinated travellers. This final step in our stale and safe full return to international travel is a major boost for U.K. tourism, setting Britain free ahead of the crucial half term and spring holiday season," said Shapps. ×

COVID-19: UK to remove restrictions for eligible vaccinated arrivals, including from India. See changed rules

United Kingdom's Health Minister Sajid Javid said that there is much "we still don't know" about the Omicron variant of coronavirus (COVID-19) and also warned that "it may be too late to react" as virus cases are rising in the country.&nbsp;

While writing a column in Sunday Telegraph he&nbsp;said, "We have to be clear-eyed about the challenge Omicron presents. Our strategy since it emerged has been and remains to buy time for our scientists to assess the threat and build up our defences."

"Once that trend leads to a clear outcome, it may be too late to react to it," he said.&nbsp;

He further wrote, "Standing in Parliament this week and arguing for Plan B brought me no joy – promoting individual freedom and opportunity is one of the reasons I got into politics."&nbsp;

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The UK has been hardest hit by the threats of the Omicron variant as the country registered another 90,418 daily Covid cases on Saturday. It has been confirmed that more than 10,000 new Omicron cases have been detected, which is fueling the Covid surge in the country.&nbsp;

On Sunday, the health secretary appeared on BBC's The Andrew Marr Show, where he suggested that the government needs to learn from things that have gone wrong and resulted in a continuous rise in virus cases of late.&nbsp;

"We need to learn lessons from those things that have gone wrong, and keep focusing on those things that everyone wants to see, that have gone very well," Javid said on the show.&nbsp;

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During the show, he also said that new restrictions in England are "inevitable". While speaking about the rise in cases, he said, "If we don't bring in restrictions sooner rather than later you are going to see even more positive cases and potentially public services like the NHS (National Health Service) on the verge of collapsing if not collapsing."

As reported by The Guardian, some scientists have warned that the daily number of Covid cases could reach between 600,000 and 2 million by the end of the month if new restrictions are not brought in immediately.&nbsp;

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'Major incident' in London

London mayor Sadiq Khan declared a "major incident" in the British capital due to the spread of the Omicron variant on Saturday as 26,418 cases reported in the last 24 hours, a rapid surge.&nbsp;A major incident is defined as an event with a range of serious consequences which requires special arrangements to be implemented.

"The surge in cases of the Omicron variant across our capital is hugely concerning, so we are once again declaring a major incident because of the threat of COVID-19 to our city," said Khan.

United Kingdom's Health Minister Sajid Javid said that there is much "we still don't know" about the Omicron variant of coronavirus (COVID-19) and also warned that "it may be too late to react" as virus cases are rising in the country.

United Kingdom's Health Minister Sajid Javid said that there is much "we still don't know" about the Omicron variant of coronavirus (COVID-19) and also warned that "it may be too late to react" as virus cases are rising in the country. While writing a column in Sunday Telegraph he said, "We have to be clear-eyed about the challenge Omicron presents. Our strategy since it emerged has been and remains to buy time for our scientists to assess the threat and build up our defences." "Once that trend leads to a clear outcome, it may be too late to react to it," he said. He further wrote, "Standing in Parliament this week and arguing for Plan B brought me no joy – promoting individual freedom and opportunity is one of the reasons I got into politics." ALSO READ | Omicron cases surge in UK hinting towards a new wave The UK has been hardest hit by the threats of the Omicron variant as the country registered another 90,418 daily Covid cases on Saturday. It has been confirmed that more than 10,000 new Omicron cases have been detected, which is fueling the Covid surge in the country. On Sunday, the health secretary appeared on BBC's The Andrew Marr Show, where he suggested that the government needs to learn from things that have gone wrong and resulted in a continuous rise in virus cases of late. "We need to learn lessons from those things that have gone wrong, and keep focusing on those things that everyone wants to see, that have gone very well," Javid said on the show. ALSO READ | Many more infected with Omicron variant than reported, say UK scientists During the show, he also said that new restrictions in England are "inevitable". While speaking about the rise in cases, he said, "If we don't bring in restrictions sooner rather than later you are going to see even more positive cases and potentially public services like the NHS (National Health Service) on the verge of collapsing if not collapsing." As reported by The Guardian, some scientists have warned that the daily number of Covid cases could reach between 600,000 and 2 million by the end of the month if new restrictions are not brought in immediately. × 'Major incident' in London London mayor Sadiq Khan declared a "major incident" in the British capital due to the spread of the Omicron variant on Saturday as 26,418 cases reported in the last 24 hours, a rapid surge. A major incident is defined as an event with a range of serious consequences which requires special arrangements to be implemented. "The surge in cases of the Omicron variant across our capital is hugely concerning, so we are once again declaring a major incident because of the threat of COVID-19 to our city," said Khan.

UK health minister says it may be 'too late to react' to Omicron as COVID-19 cases continue to rise

'The Crown' season 5 filming has been halted following a Covid-19 outbreak on set.&nbsp; 
 
It`s currently unclear exactly how many cases were discovered, but as per the reports, the latest production shut down comes after eight crew members tested positive for the virus. 
 
Netflix wrapped Season 5 production for the holidays ahead of schedule following a number of positive cases.

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''The Crown finished filming one day earlier than planned for the Christmas break following a few positive cases within the team, thus ensuring others' safety and so that everyone on production can enjoy a festive break with their loved ones,'' a&nbsp;spokesperson for the streaming service confirmed. 
 
The shooting will recommence again in early January, though exact dates aren’t yet known. 
 
The upcoming season will return with an all-new cast playing the British royal family, including Imelda as Queen Elizabeth, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, and Olivia Williams as Camilla Parker Bowles. Jonny Lee Miller will also appear as Prime Minister John Major, who served as Britain’s PM in 1990-97.

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This will be the third and final cast cycle for 'The Crown'. 
 
The 5th season will follow the royal family into the 1990s. As per the Variety, ''Season 5 will tackle the early 1990s, including, it is thought, the Queen’s so-called “annus horribilis” in 1992, during which three of her four children separated from or divorced their partners — including Prince Charles and Diana — and the family was dogged by numerous scandals, such as the revelation of Charles’s affair with Camilla Parker-Bowles and the publication of Prince Andrew’s wife Sarah Ferguson sunbathing topless with a male friend.'' 
 
Season five of the show is slated to premiere in November 2022.&nbsp;

'The Crown' season 5 filming has been halted following a Covid-19 outbreak on set. It`s currently unclear exactly how many cases were discovered, but as per the reports, the latest production shut down comes after eight crew members tested positive for the virus.

'The Crown' season 5 filming has been halted following a Covid-19 outbreak on set. It`s currently unclear exactly how many cases were discovered, but as per the reports, the latest production shut down comes after eight crew members tested positive for the virus. Netflix wrapped Season 5 production for the holidays ahead of schedule following a number of positive cases. The Crown: Dominic West's son Senan to play Prince William in royal drama ''The Crown finished filming one day earlier than planned for the Christmas break following a few positive cases within the team, thus ensuring others' safety and so that everyone on production can enjoy a festive break with their loved ones,'' a spokesperson for the streaming service confirmed. The shooting will recommence again in early January, though exact dates aren’t yet known. The upcoming season will return with an all-new cast playing the British royal family, including Imelda as Queen Elizabeth, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip, Lesley Manville as Princess Margaret, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, and Olivia Williams as Camilla Parker Bowles. Jonny Lee Miller will also appear as Prime Minister John Major, who served as Britain’s PM in 1990-97. 'The Crown' season 5 to feature Diana's controversial interview with Martin Bashir This will be the third and final cast cycle for 'The Crown'. The 5th season will follow the royal family into the 1990s. As per the Variety, ''Season 5 will tackle the early 1990s, including, it is thought, the Queen’s so-called “annus horribilis” in 1992, during which three of her four children separated from or divorced their partners — including Prince Charles and Diana — and the family was dogged by numerous scandals, such as the revelation of Charles’s affair with Camilla Parker-Bowles and the publication of Prince Andrew’s wife Sarah Ferguson sunbathing topless with a male friend.'' Season five of the show is slated to premiere in November 2022.

‘The Crown’ season 5 wraps early after crew members test Covid positive

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COVID-19: UK to remove restrictions for eligible vaccinated arrivals, including from India. See changed rules

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‘The Crown’ season 5 wraps early after crew members test Covid positive