The DfE has updated its FE operational guidance for FE providers explaining the actions FE colleges and providers will need to take from 8 March. The guidance states that from 8 March all students will be able to return to on-site education. Some sector comment on this news can be read here. The guidance includes information on wearing face coverings and on asymptomatic testing in schools and colleges. This article examines the rules around the testing for FE providers.
The government is tendering for a review on the impact of COVID-19 on students and staff in terms of both mental and physical health.