Nottingham City Council Deputy Leader, Cllr Sally Longford updates residents ahead of tomorrow’s changes.
Cllr Longford said:
‘We find ourselves on the eve of a second national lockdown to help stem the spread of coronavirus.
‘The new restrictions announced by Government involve staying at home except for specific purposes, avoiding meeting people you do not live with except for specific purposes and certain businesses and venues closing.
‘The City Council has started to assess how the restrictions will affect its services, building and events, and will announce these details as soon as possible.
‘It is of course deeply upsetting to find ourselves in the difficult situation again where we have to close or partially close many council services that we know our residents rely on.
‘We have no other choice than to follow all the guidelines announced by the Government so we can help bring the virus back under control.
‘I am sure that people will once again help each other and I urge everyone to stick to the restrictions and advice so we can look towards hopefully having a brighter December and festive period.
‘The Government paused the national Shielding programme in August, but the City Council is still offering support to people if they are isolating or need help, by calling 0115 915 5555. There is guidance to support people who are clinically extremely vulnerable available here.
The guidance explains people should:
• Meet as few people as possible
• Avoid non-essential travel
• Reduce trips to shops
• Work from home where possible.
