'Rise in reports of Covid isolation breaches'

Police are urging the public to report any Covid isolation breaches on Island.

Officers say they've seen a rise in the number of reports of people breaking quarantine rules - adding authorities will investigate all reports and should anyone be found guilty they will likely face a prison sentence.

As a result, the constabulary is continuing to ask residents to do their bit and inform Police of any potential breaches to help keep communities safe.

People can use the Covid community support line on 686 262 and guidance and advice can be found at www.covid19.gov.im.

Currently, anyone returning to the Island has to self-isolate for 14 days, on the seventh day of that they will be able to request - at a cost of £50 - a coronavirus test.

If on the eighth day that test comes back negative, that person will be able to leave their home but will have robust restrictions on what they can do including not being able to attend indoor venues such as pubs, restaurants, cafes, theatres, swimming pools and nursing homes.

However, should the test come back positive, they will have to quarantine for a further two weeks from the day they get that latest test result back.