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Over 1 million food boxes delivered to those most at risk from coronavirus

Over 1 million boxes of essential food have now been delivered to those at highest risk across England, with more than 290,000 boxes being distributed every week and 330,000 delivered in the last week, Communities Secretary Rt Hon Robert Jenrick MP announced yesterday (6 May 2020). The Communities Secretary hailed the efforts of everyone involved in surpassing this milestone, including national food distributors, Brakes and … Continue reading Over 1 million food boxes delivered to those most at risk from coronavirus

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Launch of new Bounce Back Loans

Thousands of small firms and sole traders – including high street staples like hairdressers, coffee shops and florists – will be eligible for 100% government-backed Bounce Back Loans to help them make it through the coronavirus outbreak. Small business owners can now apply to accredited lenders by filling out a simple online form, with only seven questions. The government has also agreed with lenders that … Continue reading Launch of new Bounce Back Loans

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New support phone line launched during the coronavirus outbreak

Guide Dogs are providing answers and information for people with sight loss and their families during the coronavirus outbreak. They can help you identify ways to continue living actively, independently and well, refer you to their other services or help you access services by other providers. Please call 0800 781 1444 between 9am-5pm Monday to Friday. Guide Dogs has changed the way it provides services in response to social … Continue reading New support phone line launched during the coronavirus outbreak

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Coronavirus – accessing dental support

If you have a dental issue during the coronavirus lock down, it is important that you know how to access help when you need it. All high street dental and orthodontic practices can give advice, guidance and prescriptions, which you can collect from your local pharmacy. If you are in pain or in need of support and require help or advice, please telephone your dental … Continue reading Coronavirus – accessing dental support

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Dedicated app for social care workers launched

A new dedicated app for the adult social care workforce in England has been launched to support staff on-the-go through the coronavirus pandemic. The social care workforce is spread across 18,000 providers and it can often be difficult to communicate with all staff in one clear way. The Care Workforce app, developed with NHSX and the NHS Business Services Authority, will be introduced under the new CARE brand and will act as a … Continue reading Dedicated app for social care workers launched

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