coronavirus lockdown ends to ensure they get home before Christmas.They will be ferried home in an evacuation-style operation between December 3 and 9 to minimise the risk of spreading Covid-19.Ministers have drawn up plans for staggered departures after England's national lockdown lifts and all lectures will move online by December 9.
The shift aims to ensure students can still study until the end of term while preparing to spend the festive season at home with families.
Many will be offered rapid results coronavirus tests. Universities in areas with a lot of cases will be prioritised.If students test positive before the travel window, they will still have enough time to self-isolate and get home for Christmas.Universities minister.