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  • Latest guidance on COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

    Date published: 25 February 2020

    The Department of Education is advising parents and schools to keep up to date with Public Health Agency (PHA) guidance on COVID-19 (Coronavirus).

    Covid-19 Update

    Public Health Agency guidance will be regularly updated on the PHA website.

    For advice on coronavirus dial the NHS 111 helpline.

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