Category: Keeping Safe

Changes to shielding from today – but other lockdown easing on hold

From 1 August, the government will pause shielding unless the transmission of COVID-19 in the community starts to rise significantly. This means: the government will no longer be advising you to shield If you were receiving Government food box deliveries they will stop you will still be eligible for priority supermarket slots (if you have… Continue reading Changes to shielding from today – but other lockdown easing on hold

New local lockdown rules for parts of West Yorkshire (not Leeds)

Last night the government annouced new rules for parts of the country with high infection rates, effective from today.  This is NOT directly applicable to Leeds, but does include Bradford, Kirklees and Calderdale, so anyone who has friends or family in that area needs to be aware of them. From today, the rules for the… Continue reading New local lockdown rules for parts of West Yorkshire (not Leeds)

Face coverings mandatory in shops and supermarkets from 24 July

The government  plans to make face coverings mandatory in shops and supermarkets from 24 July. Use of a face covering is not a replacement for social distancing and keeping up regular hand washing. A face covering is something that covers your mouth and nose. Under the new rules, people who do not wear a face covering… Continue reading Face coverings mandatory in shops and supermarkets from 24 July

New localised measures re Covid 19

The Government has announced that from today (Saturday 18 July) councils will be given specific powers to tackle localised outbreaks. This means the council will be able to intervene to shut down events, premises and outdoor spaces at short notice. A Leeds City Council spokesperson said: “We are pleased that the infection rate in Leeds… Continue reading New localised measures re Covid 19

The Little Book of Big Scams

Alongside the weekly scams news alert, the latest edition of the The Little Book of BIG Scams is now available to download  from West Yorkshire Trading Standards website What are the most prevalent scams? How to spot them and stay safe! Originally written by the Metropolitan Police Service’s Cyber Crime Unit, and reproduced with their… Continue reading The Little Book of Big Scams

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Face Coverings on public transport From June 15, Government guidelines require people to wear a face covering on public transport, with some exemptions for children, disabled people or people with breathing difficulties.   A full list of exemptions from wearing a face covering can be found here. If you are exempt from wearing a face covering you… Continue reading News and information on:

Lockdown easing from 4th July

The government has annouced further easing of the lockdown rules and a change to social distancing guidelines from 4th July. From now up to 4th July the rules remain the same and you can read these here From 4th July the social distancing rules change from 2 metres to what the government is calling ‘1… Continue reading Lockdown easing from 4th July

Changes in Government guidance for those who are shielding

Yesterday the government outlined some upcoming changes for people who are shielding.  This is for those people who have been contacted by the NHS or Government to say they are at high risk (extremely clinically vulnerable) from coronavirus, and advised to stay home and shield. The advice will change (in England) from July 6th and… Continue reading Changes in Government guidance for those who are shielding

Changes from today – shops re-opening and face covering rules

From today if you do travel on public transport you will have to wear a face covering and if you have not covered your face then you may be refused travel and could be fined up to £100. If you need to visit a hospital for any reason you must also wear a face covering. … Continue reading Changes from today – shops re-opening and face covering rules

Healthwatch Leeds Survey on Shielding

Since the start of the pandemic, many people in Leeds have been advised to “shield” to keep themselves as safe as possible. Healthwatch Leeds would like people to let them know how this has been for them and what can be done to help them over the coming weeks. Healthwatch would be grateful if people… Continue reading Healthwatch Leeds Survey on Shielding