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Some double-jabbed NHS staff to avoid isolation
Some frontline NHS staff who have been double vaccinated may be allowed to continue working even if they are exposed to someone who has Covid-19.
This decision comes after concerns were raised regarding staff shortages and where absences could result in "significant harm".
Health Secretary Sajid Javid has said: "As we learn to live with this virus, it's important that we ensure frontline staff can keep providing the best possible care and support to people up and down the country. These new rules will fortify our collective defences against this awful virus, by allowing fully vaccinated frontline NHS and social care staff to continue to work when needed."
Source: BBC News, 19 July 2021