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New COVID Restrictions for Greater Manchester
The Government has changed Greater Manchester’s Covid Alert Level from High to Very High. This change came into effect from midnight on Friday 23 October.
This means a ban on social mixing in any indoor setting as well as in private gardens.
The following measures also apply:
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You must not socialise in a group of more than 6 in an outdoor public space such as a park or beach, the countryside, a public garden or a sports venue
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Pubs and bars can only remain open if they operate as a restaurant serving main meals. They may only serve alcohol as part of a meal
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Schools and universities remain open
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COVID secure Places of worship remain open, but household mixing is not permitted
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Weddings and funerals can go ahead with restrictions on the number of attendees. However, wedding receptions are not allowed
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Exercise classes and organised sport can continue to take place outdoors. These will only be permitted indoors for youth or disability sport
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Leisure centres, pools and gyms remain open
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You should try to avoid travelling outside Greater Manchester, other than for things like work, education, or youth services, to meet caring responsibilities or if you are travelling through as part of a longer journey
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You should avoid staying overnight in another part of the UK if you are resident in Greater Manchester or avoid staying overnight in Greater Manchester if you are resident elsewhere.
Please also remember to stay safe alongside the above measures, by following the rules for the wearing of face coverings (unless exempt). You should also continue to follow social distancing rules and regularly wash your hands.
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Art therapy for mums who gave birth during lockdown
Becoming a mother during lockdown was a challenging experience for many, leaving some new mums experiencing low mood, anxious thoughts, or feelings of loneliness. If that describes you, Manchester Art Gallery are offering a free online art therapy group to support you. Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses images and creativity to help people express and process their thoughts and feelings. Through the therapy group you will be able to connect with other new mums and explore the challenges of early motherhood together in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Sessions will include some mindfulness and self-care techniques.
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Protect yourself from flu
It’s more important than ever to understand and recognise the symptoms of flu. Don’t forget, if you’re worried about your symptoms and think it could be coronavirus, you can get advice about coronavirus symptoms and what to do.
You can help to protect yourself and others from the flu by following some basic hygiene guidance. As with coronavirus, washing your hands for longer and more frequently can be a huge help.
Using tissues to trap coughs and sneezes, and binning them as soon as possible. We all know the rules, catch it, bin it, kill it. We can all help prevent the spread of flu and other viruses to others around us.
This year it's more important than ever for the people who need it most to get vaccinated. We want to help protect against the double threat of flu and coronavirus this winter.
GPs working across the city are already contacting patients who are in at-risk groups. If you’ve been contacted, book an appointment as soon as you are able. We are expecting an increased demand this year, so if you aren’t successful the first time round please keep trying.
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Manchester Community Response Hub
The Community Response Hub offers support to Manchester's most vulnerable people to help them cope with the impacts of the coronavirus outbreak.
The Hub is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and can help with:
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Delivery of food
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Delivery of medication
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Combating loneliness
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Managing fuel top-up payments
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Getting access to services online
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Help with Debt, Bills and Borrowing
If you are not working or furloughed at the moment due to COVID-19 and need help with debt, bills or borrowing, visit www.manchester.gov.uk/helpinghands for advice and support.
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Emergency Fund for Unpaid Carers
The Fund is open for carers (aged 16+) to ensure the ongoing health and wellbeing of both the carer and the person who needs care. This includes those households where a child or young person is the carer.
The funding can be used for transport costs (including taxis) or fuel, furniture, emergency delivery of food and one-off practical costs to help with the caring role at this time.
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Neighbourhood Volunteers urgently required
Covid-19 has presented many challenges since the initial lockdown in March, however, as we move into tier 3 restrictions supporting vulnerable residents in their local communities across Manchester has become more important than ever.
Examples of volunteering roles include: Shopping for residents that are shielding or self-isolating, collection of prescriptions, accompanying a resident to receive a flu vaccination or to a medical appointment, telephone befriending, help with pet care.
If you are interested in supporting vulnerable people in your local community please apply to join one of the opportunities listed on our website:
We are all in this together and must do what we can to help those that need it most .
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