| Wiltshire COVID-19 cases (as of Monday 22 March 2021) |
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| Although the number of cases in Wiltshire is below the national average and rates have fallen again, we still need to keep playing our part. The rate of cases per 100k has decreased from 35.2 to 27.2.The case numbers continue to move in the right direction, you’re all making a huge difference. Thank you. |
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| From 29 March, the ‘stay at home’ rule will become ‘stay local’. Where possible, you should work from home and minimise journeys. You will be allowed to meet with either two households or up to six people outdoors, and outdoor sports facilities will be able to reopen. More information: www.wiltshire.gov.uk/news/service-updates-advice-on-29-march |
| Rapid lateral flow testing for businesses |
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| As part of the government’s roadmap to cautiously lift restrictions, businesses of all sizes can register to order free lateral flow tests for their employees.Businesses have until 31 March to register for the Government’s workplace testing scheme. Find out more: www.wiltshire.gov.uk/public-health/coronavirus-testing/rapid-lateral-flow-testing-programmes-for-businesses |
| Easter childcare directory |
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| We have worked with local childminders and activity providers to create a childcare directory for parents that need to work during the upcoming Easter holidays. There is a charge for all provision detailed in the directory. The first option for any parent needing childcare during the Easter school holidays is to consider forming a childcare bubble locally. The Government has said that people who need childcare during the school holidays for a child under 14 can form a childcare bubble with one other household. Ideally this should be with somebody who lives locally. Additional guidance on forming childcare bubbles can be found online. Where a childcare bubble is not possible, parents can use our directory with details of local childcare providers, fees and locations and contact details: www.wiltshire.gov.uk/news/easter-holiday-childcare-directory |
| Unpaid carers now invited to have COVID-19 vaccination |
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| Wiltshire unpaid carers aged 16+ are now being invited for a COVID-19 vaccine. Unpaid carers who have a carer flag on their GP record will be contacted by their GP practice. A list of unpaid carers known to Wiltshire Council, Carer Support Wiltshire and Youth Action Wiltshire has been shared with the NHS so those who have not already been invited to have a vaccine can be contacted and sent a letter of invitation. If you are an unpaid carer but are not already known to any of these organisations, you can contact your GP surgery to register as a carer. If you have any questions or concerns you can contact Carer Support Wiltshire on 0800 181 4118. |
| Wiltshire Wellbeing Hub |
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| The Wiltshire Wellbeing Hub is available to anyone who is struggling during this difficult time. The hub can provide support to those who don’t have support around them and also signpost to where additional help is available.You can call the hub on 0300 003 4576 or email wellbeinghub@wiltshire.gov.uk. It’s open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm and Saturday from 10am to 4pm. |