In England and Wales you are no longer legally required to self isolate if you test positive for COVID-19. You are, however, advised to stay at home if you can to minimise the spread of COVID-19. For further information about self-isolation, you can visit the Government web pages here if you're in England and here if you're in Wales, and NHS web pages here.
If you are self-isolating, you should not:
If you have COVID-19 symptoms, you are advised to have a test. Find out how to request a test here. If you get a positive lateral flow test result, you do not need to confirm the result with a PCR test in most cases.
If you live with someone who is 70 or over, has a long-term condition, is pregnant or has a weakened immune system, you may choose to arrange for them to stay with friends or family. If you have to stay at home together, try to follow the following steps:
For more information visit the NHS website here