Coronavirus: Man fined £ 1,000 for failing to isolate himself

A man from County Fermanagh was fined £ 1,000 for violating Covid-19 regulations after returning from a holiday in Spain.

It is understood that he went out to socialize in Enniskillen on Sunday, before testing positive later.

Police confirmed that the ticket was issued on Tuesday.

Anyone traveling to Northern Ireland from countries that are not on the so-called green exemption list must self-isolate for two weeks upon arrival.

• Countries exempt from self-isolation requirements

It is understood that the man had recently returned from the Balearic Islands, as first reported by the Belfast Telegraph.

ACC Alan Todd said that the administration of the Covid-19 travel rules was a matter for the UK Border Force, and the police acted on his recommendation on possible infractions.

He said the police would also “act on any significant concerns raised by members of the public.”

“As always, our focus remains on engaging, explaining and encouraging and, only when necessary, enforcing,” he said.

“Everyone must continue to follow the government’s guidance to help suppress the spread of the virus and support our NHS.”

He added that it was “encouraging to see” that there had been a high level of compliance with mandatory quarantine for travelers to Northern Ireland.

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