Israel included in travel 'green list' from England from May 17

Israel’s inclusion on the list was widely expected following the visit of cabinet minister Michael Gove to the country last month.

Israel is preparing to welcome tourists back, while maintaining steps to keep the virus in check.

From May 23, groups of tourists from a number of countries including the UK will be allowed to enter if they have been fully vaccinated.

They will also have to take an antibody test at Ben-Gurion airport.

There are hopes that individuals tourists will be able to visit from July.