July 2020

COVID-19 Update 13 FROM H.E. THE GOVERNOR AND THE HON. PREMIER

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Executive Council met on July 24th to consider matters relating to COVID-19.

Cases/suspected cases – there are no active or suspected cases of COVID-19 in Anguilla.

Border Closure – Based on the current situation, the borders will remain closed for regular passenger movements until at least 31st of October. However the following categories or persons will be allowed to enter and leave Anguilla for this period:

  • medical emergencies and evacuations with the approval of the Chief Medical Officer;
  • persons wishing to leave Anguilla;
  • repatriation of Anguillians from countries and territories with active cases of less than 0.2% of the population who must comply with all relevant protocols and quarantine rules; and
  • as of the 31st of July, visitors from countries and territories with active cases of less than 0.2% of the population who must comply with all relevant protocols and quarantine rules.

Repatriation – Based on the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation globally, particularly the significant increase in cases in the Americas, Executive Council has extended the suspension of repatriations from countries and territories with an active case prevalence of more than 0.2%. This suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place until August 7th at the earliest.

Playing your part – the steps we have all been taking are helping to keep us safe. No active cases does not mean we should stop hygienic practices or respiratory etiquette. So once again, we urge you all to take the simple steps that save lives:

  • wash your hands frequently;
  • cover coughs and sneezes with a disposable tissue, or in the crook of a flexed elbow;
  • frequently clean and disinfect shared spaces and work surfaces; and
  • avoid contact with persons suffering from or exhibiting symptoms of acute respiratory infections such as the flu, coughs, and colds.

Let us remind you again of the Ministry of Health hotline on COVID-19. The number is 1-264- 476- 7627 that is 476 SOAP, or 1-264- 584- 4263, that is 584-HAND.


You can also access the most recent guidance and information at www.beatcovid19.ai