As many of you will have seen, the UK Government has announced that Spain has been removed from the list of countries that are covered by the travel corridor exemption. This means that all those returning to the UK from Spain (including the Balearics and Canaries) will need to self-isolate for 14 days, and provide their journey and contact details via the government website.
In addition, the Foreign & Commonwealth Office has updated its travel advice for Spain and is currently advising against all non-essential travel to Spain, based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks. From 27th July 2020, this includes the Canary Islands (Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro and La Graciosa) and the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera). For more information visit here.
- We would strongly recommend all employees to check the Foreign & Commonwealth Office guidance for any countries you are considering travelling to before booking any trips. Be aware that their advice can have an impact on the validity of any travel insurance you purchase.
- It is also important that people are aware of which countries are covered by the travel corridor exemptions – the updated list can be found here – and appreciate that this can be subject to change. While this list currently includes many popular tourist destinations such as Cyprus, Greece and Turkey, there are a number of countries that are not included, such as Portugal and the United States of America. If you visit a country that is not on the list, you must self-isolate for 14 days on return.
- If you have any concerns about personal travel or a holiday you have booked, please speak with your Line Manager who will seek guidance from HR.
- Remember that all business travel should only take place if it is essential, and any business travel to or from Europe is restricted and requires EVP written approval and informing of Global Security.
CEMEX UK will continue to follow Government guidance and will update you on any further changes that may impact your work and the way we operate.