In line with recommendations from the National Public Health Emergency Team, it has been agreed that from September 27th 2021, automatic contact tracing of asymptomatic close contacts in children aged over 3 months and less than 13 years, in Early Learning and Care (ELC) and School Age Childcare (SAC) facilities, primary education and social and sporting groups is no longer recommended.

Cases and outbreaks in special educational needs settings (special schools and special classes), and respite care will still come through to public health for advice for a public health risk assessment.

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