Written Statement: Coronavirus (COVID-19) : Support for the Third Sector and Volunteering Jane Hutt AM, Deputy Minister and Chief Whip Our communities are facing unprecedented challenges as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. There are many charities, community groups and other third sector organisations dealing with the impact of this virus. Volunteers across Wales are…
Coronavirus: Two-metre social distancing rule to protect workers in Wales The Welsh first minister Mark Drakeford New regulations come into force in Wales from Tuesday morning. It will mean the 2m social distancing rule will apply to any workplace, including homes, where work and repairs are being undertaken and outdoor spaces. The new rules apply…
Coronavirus: resources for people with a learning disability Learning Disability Wales has gathered together the latest useful resources about Coronavirus (COVID-19), including some good easy read guides, for people with a learning disability in Wales. As the situation progresses they will be adding new information and advice on a daily basis. We are making sure the resources…
New advice for safe funerals after discussions with faith leaders Faith leaders have been consulted and worked with PHE to ensure that communities, the funeral industry and the NHS are protected at this time. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an infectious disease and can be transmitted when large groups of people congregate. However, it has been decided that with…
Government launches Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp government launches coronavirus information service on whatsapp The new free to use service aims to provide official, trustworthy and timely information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19), and will further reduce the burden on NHS services. This will help combat the spread of coronavirus misinformation in the UK, as…
Multi-million pound boost to support volunteers and Wales’ most vulnerable The Welsh Government recently (27 March 2020) announced an initial fund of £24 million to support Wales’ voluntary sector in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. The funding will provide immediate support for Wales’ most vulnerable and help coordinate the thousands of willing volunteers wanting to…
1 The Government has announced a new Self-Employed Income Support Scheme to support those who work for themselves. 2 The government will pay self-employed people, who have been adversely affected by the #coronavirus, a taxable grant worth 80% of their average income over the last three years, up to £2,500 per month, for at least…
Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself? Coronavirus has spread to 176 countries or territories, including the UK, and claimed more than 24,000 lives. So, what is the disease, how does it spread and when are people most infectious? How do I protect myself? The best thing is regular and thorough…
UK Government and NHS translated guidance for self-isolation and social distancing:UK Government translated guidance for: Households with possible coronavirus infection https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-stay-at-home-guidance Social distancing and for vulnerable people https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-on-social-distancing-and-for-vulnerable-people NHS posters with Coronavirus advice in different languages General Advice poster – Vietnamese (05-03-2020) General Advice poster – Thai (05-03-2020) General Advice poster – Mandarin (05-03-2020)…
COVID-19: Changes to DBS ID checking guidelines Temporary changes to Standard and Enhanced ID checking guidelines as a result of coronavirus outbreak To ensure that the necessary DBS checks can still be carried out, the DBS ID checking guidance will be changed for a temporary period. The change will enable: ID documents to be…
