Self-isolation’s ‘honesty box’ system

Self-isolation’s ‘honesty box’ system
The next phase of covid management is upon us as the omicron outbreak takes hold (Image: Getty)
Pattrick Smellie
Compliance with self-isolation requirements during the omicron outbreak will rely on the covid-19 equivalent of an ‘honesty box’ system.Rather than try to monitor whether people are really self-isolating and getting tested as required, the health ministry is pouring resources into self-service options for the majority, who will be able to "self-manage" their illness, while beefing up support for those who need hands-on help.The ministry outlined the system that will operate from today during the current ‘phase 2&rsqu...

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