Travellers staying in quarantine hotels in the UK after returning from “red list” countries have complained of “prison-like” conditions, including windows that do not open, a lack of fresh air, exercise and decent food. The Guardian spoke to nine travellers who are or have recently been in quarantine hotels after returning from countries including Brazil, India, Pakistan and South Africa. A quarantine hotel breakfast. Photograph: HandoutThey also expressed concern about a lack of social distancing at UK airports and on the coaches transporting people to quarantine hotels. A Facebook group called UK Hotel Quarantine Support Chat has been set up and has thousands of members, many of whom have raised concerns about quarantine arrangements.

Source: The Guardian May 11, 2021 10:27 UTC