Ten days to apply for self-isolation pilot

Ten days to apply for self-isolation pilot
Self-isolation might be a key to unravelling MIQ bottlenecks. (Image: Getty)
Paul McBeth
Businesses have 10 days to get their plans in order and apply for the 150 spots in a trial of isolating in a private residence when staff return from overseas.Enthusiastic supporters such as Fletcher Building and Sky TV have already said they’ll throw their hat in the ring, but other firms have been more circumspect as they digest what’s required to participate.Expressions of interest open at 9am Thursday and close on Saturday, Oct 10 at 5pm, giving management teams 10 days – including weekends – to work out whether they...

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