What does Tier Three mean for me?
It's been a year like no other and with no immediate end in sight, it's important that we stick to the rules whilst also finding time to look after ourselves and each other.
Medway has seen a rise in infection numbers and today it was announced that we will be in Tier Three from December 2nd.
Although shops and schools will remain open, we will have a new set of regulations to get familiar with. These include:
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we must not meet people from outside your household indoors.
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you can meet up to 6 people outside for a walk.
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pubs, bars, restaurants, hotels, and cafes will remain closed although they can serve takeaways.
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indoor entertainment such as cinemas and theatres, and indoor attractions such as zoos will remain closed
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leisure and sports facilities may stay open, but group exercise classes indoors should not go ahead.
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large outdoor events will also not take place.
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places of worship remain open with restrictions.
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organised outdoor sport, and physical activity and exercise classes can continue.
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we must reduce the number of journeys you make where possible.
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avoid travelling to other parts of the UK, other than where necessary, such as for work, education, youth services, to receive medical treatment, or because of caring responsibilities.
There are exceptions to these rules and much more detail on the Government website here.
Medway Council is offering support to people who need help.
They can help with:
- making sure you have enough food and supplies
- picking up prescriptions
If you need support, contact them on 01634 333 103 or email covid.support@medway.gov.uk
Looking after YOU
It's important that you take time to look after yourself during these uncertain times. There is no rule book that tells you how you should feel or what you should be doing.
If you need ideas about how to support your wellbeing, Mind, the mental health charity, have put together practical tips to help you.
Talk to us
Tell us how you are feeling. Tell us about your worries.
We're not a counselling service, but we can make sure decision makers understand what it's like for you right now. It's important that they hear how lockdown is affecting you, and your family, so that they can plan services accordingly.
Get in touch with us anytime on 0800 136 656 or email enquiries@healthwatchmedway.com
If you'd rather not chat to a real person, then you can always complete our online form here.