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<p>Throughout the outbreak, all of our decisions have been informed by the best scientific
evidence. Temperature screening was considered and discounted as a border measure
on the basis that it is not, at present, effective or reliable in accurately identifying
or rapidly screening for COVID-19. For example, temperature screening would not detect
those who are asymptomatic, nor those who are symptomatic but do not have a fever.</p><p>International
arrivals are required to supply their contact and accommodation information, and self-isolate
in their accommodation for 14 days, unless they are exempt or travelling from a country
on the travel corridors list. Lorry drivers do not need to self-isolate on entry into
the United Kingdom as freight drivers are exempt from quarantine in order to keep
vital supplies of goods moving.</p>
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