Figures for Covid in our area have spiked considerably in the last two weeks. Rates in Newton Hall and Brasside are over 800 per 100k. This is exceptionally high.
In Framwellgate Moor and Pity Me the rates are around 400 per 100k.
These rates are as much as 20 TIMES higher than other parts of the County.
We have been in close discussion with the Director of Public Health about these issues and have personally spoken with large businesses, the college and prison and schools.
The County Council has deployed 7 community champions to visit businesses, shops, schools and the college to check on Covid measures.
Everyone needs to make sure they are following the rules and being as careful as possible.
THERE WILL BE PEOPLE IN OUR AREA TAKEN TO HOSPITAL.
IT COULD BE SOMEONE YOU KNOW.
PLEASE wear a mask. PLEASE don’t visit other people’s homes.
PLEASE wash / disinfect your hands regularly, especially when out and about
PLEASE keep your distance from others.
If you are out shopping or walking near our shopping areas please keep your mask on when you are on the pavement not just inside the shops you visit.
IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS GET A TEST and if asked to, isolate.
The council has created some links to additional information and help:
If you have concerns about a business not following the rules tell us. If you are concerned about someone who is vulnerable/living on their own, tell us and we can get someone to check they are OK.