There have been recent localised outbreaks of measles centred around the West Midlands. There is a risk of further outbreaks in other areas unless urgent action is taken to increase Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination take up in areas with low MMR vaccine rates.

Measles spreads very easily among those who are unvaccinated, especially in nurseries and schools. The best protection against measles for children and adults is to get both doses of the MMR vaccine. It is never too late to have these vaccinations.

The DfE has published an Education Hub blog with guidance on measles and the MMR vaccine for parents

Have a look at the NHS advice also if you suspect your child has measles:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/measles/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdeliver