Coronavirus: Can you travel between Covid Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3? Here's what the government guidance says

From December 2 the country will return to the three-tier system used previously.

Portsmouth and Hampshire will be in tier two, meaning ‘high’ alert, while the Isle of Wight will be in tier one.

The stricter tiered system will also introduce a new series of measures, including rules on pubs.

But what about travelling between the tiers?

Here is what the latest government advice says:

If you live in Tier One

For the people who are living in a tier one area and travel to an area in a higher tier you should follow the rules for that area while you are there.

The government advises that you avoid travel to or overnight stays in tier three areas other than where necessary, such as for work, education, youth services, to receive medical treatment, or because of caring responsibilities.

You can travel through a tier three area as part of a longer journey.

If you live in Tier Two

For residents of Portsmouth and Hampshire, which are tier two areas, you must continue to follow tier two rules when you travel to a tier one area.

It is advised that you avoid travel to or overnight stays in tier three areas other than where necessary, such as for work, education, youth services, to receive medical treatment, or because of caring responsibilities.

SEE ALSO: Why is Portsmouth and Hampshire in Tier 2 and when could it come out of 'high' restrictions?

You can travel through a tier three area as a part of a longer journey.

If you live in Tier Three

The government says that residents in tier three areas should avoid travelling to other parts of the UK, including for overnight stays other than where necessary, such as for work, education, youth services, to receive medical treatment, or because of caring responsibilities.

You can travel through other areas as part of a longer journey.

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