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Now playing Next Norway COVID was in Europe weeks before first confirmed cases, claims study Researchers in Norway say COVID-19 was likely far more widespread in Europe -- and around the world -- before a first official diagnosis was made. 27/01/2022
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Now playing Next Travel News Bulgaria tightens travel restrictions as COVID infections surge Almost all travellers from the EU will now have to have a negative PCR test and proof of vaccination to enter the country. 06/01/2022
Now playing Next Travel News Pre-departure tests for travellers scrapped in the UK Travellers will no longer be required to take a PCR test or self-isolate, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced. 05/01/2022
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Now playing Next Travel News Cheap PCR tests are advertised for less than £1. But are they a scam? Tests on the UK government's approved list of providers are being offered for as little as 95p but these options might not be suitable for all travellers. 29/11/2021
Now playing Next Travel News UK travel rules on one day trips and connecting flights explained Following the Omicron variant, travellers to the UK face a tighter set of rules. Here we take a look at some of the grey areas. 29/11/2021
Now playing Next Travel News UK travel restrictions: Day 2 and pre-departure test rules explained All UK arrivals have to show a negative COVID-19 test on arrival and do a PCR test on or before day 2. 27/11/2021
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Now playing Next Travel News Day 2 tests replaced by lateral flows in England from 24 October Lateral flow tests are a much cheaper option for families, which airlines say is a "massive relief". 15/10/2021
Now playing Next Health New COVID test can detect virus in as little as 3 minutes Researchers in the UK say their new test is "sensitive and speedy" and could be used at airports, shops and restaurants. 17/08/2021
Now playing Next Travel News UK cuts cost of COVID testing for travellers following criticism As restrictions lift, there are worries that high costs could price people out of travelling this summer. 13/08/2021
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Now playing Next The Cube Criminals are selling fake COVID-19 test results, says Europol "Given the widespread technological means available, in the form of high-quality printers and different software, fraudsters are able to produce high-quality counterfeit, forged or fake documents," Europol warned. 03/02/2021
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