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COVID-19
Important information for you and your household
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Below is some important information about the Local COVID Alert Level as well as links to get advice and support.
Local COVID Alert Level
The Government has today backed the application made by Essex County Council for Brentwood and the rest of the county (except for Thurrock and Southend) to move into the High Tier.
From midnight Friday 16 October 2020 the alert level for Essex will change to High.
You must follow the current guidance for alert level medium until then.
Find out more about the restrictions in place for an area that is medium
Alert Level: High
This means on top of restrictions in alert level medium there are further restrictions:
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You must not socialise with anybody outside of your household or support bubble in any indoor setting, whether at home or in a public place
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You must not socialise in a group of more than 6 outside, including in a garden or other spaces like beaches or parks (other than where specific exemptions apply in law)
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Businesses and venues can continue to operate, in a COVID-secure manner, other than those that remain closed in law
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Certain businesses are required to ensure customers only consume food and drink while seated and must close between 10pm and 5am
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Businesses and venues selling food for consumption off the premises can continue to do so after 10pm as long as this is through delivery service, click and collect or drive-through
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Schools, universities and places of worship remain open
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Weddings and funerals can go ahead with restrictions on the number of attendees
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Exercise classes and organised sport can continue to take place outdoors. These will only be permitted indoors if it is possible for people to avoid mixing with people they do not live with or share a support bubble with, or for youth or disability sport
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You can continue to travel to venues or amenities that are open, for work or to access education, but should look to reduce the number of journeys you make where possible
You must wear a face covering in those areas where this is mandated and continue to follow social distancing rules, work from home where you can effectively do so, and walk or cycle where possible or plan ahead and avoid busy times and routes on public transport.
Finding out what the rules are in your area
You can find out what rules apply in your area by entering your postcode in the postcode finder which is provided on the gov.uk website.
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COVID-19 Test and Trace Support Payment Scheme
The Government has introduced a Test and Trace Support Payment to support people in employment that have been instructed to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace from Monday 28 September 2020 and meet the qualifying criteria.
The qualifying criteria that must be met are:
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have been asked to stay at home and self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace either because they have tested positive for coronavirus or have recently been in close contact with someone who has tested positive
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be employed or self-employed
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be unable to work from home and will lose income as a result
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be currently receiving any of the following:
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Universal Credit
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Working Tax Credit
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income-based Employment and Support Allowance
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income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
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Income Support
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Housing Benefit
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Pension Credit
We are only able to consider applications from individuals who have a valid notification from NHS Test and Trace. The applicant will be required to supply the 8 digit reference number which will be verified prior to payment being issued.
Qualifying persons will receive £500 as a lump sum payment, regardless of the amount of lost income.
The application is for one person only meeting all of the above criteria. Any further members of the household also meeting the criteria will need to make their own application.
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Getting Tested For COVID-19
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Guidance On Getting Back To Work Safely
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Advice and information available on our website
You can find advice, local information and changes to Council services on our website.
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Do you need support?
We have produced a Community Support handbook full of helpful advice and support.
Organisations or groups who need advice or support can email the Council's Community Services Team at communitysupport@brentwood.gov.uk.
If you find yourself having to stay at home and need help with picking up shopping, a friendly phone call, posting mail or urgent supplies please contact a Community Help Hub in your area/village and they can help.
Further support can be found from the following groups:
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Are you concerned about someone's safety? |
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If you are concerned that a child or young person is being harmed, neglected or at risk of this you should contact Essex Social Care on 0345 603 7627.
Out of hours (5.30pm - 9am) Monday - Thursday, 4.30pm Friday - 9am Monday, and Bank Holidays 0345 606 1212 or 0300 1230 770.
Email: emergencydutyteam.outofhours@essex.gov.uk
If you have concerns that a vulnerable adult may be being harmed, neglected or at risk of abuse you should contact Essex Social Care Direct on 0345 603 7630 (Out of hours 0345 606 1212).
If there is an immediate risk of harm to anyone then contact the Police on 999.
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Brentwood Open
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Take a look at this Facebook page for a guide on which businesses are open in the local community.
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