Air checks as schools return

Carbon dioxide monitors to be installed in classrooms

Carbon dioxide monitors will be installed in classrooms to support enhanced ventilation when students return to school. 

Government says 'proportionate protective measures' against Covid-19 will be taken at all schools and University College Isle of Man next week.

Pupils will be encouraged to wear masks, ventilation will be increased and lateral flow testing will also be available.

Education Minister Dr Alex Allinson says the new monitors will collect data:

Alex Allinson is standing in Ramsey in the upcoming General Election.

Also standing are Robert Cowell, Liberal Vannin's Lawrie Hooper, Jonathan Kinrade, Simon Mann, Luke Parker, Leonard Singer and Erica Spencer.