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Shop safe and shop local this Christmas

2 December 2020

North Lincolnshire moves into Tier 3: Very High Alert today, meaning retail outlets can open their doors in time for…

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No time for complacency – council leader on spread of...

19 November 2020

Two weeks into national restrictions, the Leader of North Lincolnshire Council has spoken of the need to remain resolute and…

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Cash boost for most vulnerable children and families across...

13 November 2020

Families in North Lincolnshire hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic will benefit from a share of more than half a…

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Protect the most vulnerable – council leader calls for...

5 November 2020

Residents across North Lincolnshire are being urged to support family, friends and neighbours through the coming four weeks. New national…

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Get tested – capacity increased further for North...

3 November 2020

A new local Covid-19 testing site has gone live in North Lincolnshire – increasing capacity and reducing travel time for…

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Residents encouraged to be a good neighbour and celebrate...

30 October 2020

Residents in North Lincolnshire are being encouraged to be considerate of their neighbours as Bonfire Night approaches. While they can…

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North Lincolnshire in Covid Level Tier 2 – here is the...

30 October 2020

As North Lincolnshire moves in Tier 2, here is the latest advice and guidance from Public Health Consultant Jilla Burgess-Allen.…

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Northern Lincolnshire to move into Tier 2 Covid Alert Level

29 October 2020

After close discussions with Government and Public Health, North Lincolnshire will move from local COVID alert level medium to local…

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Why I am Proud to Care – Phillip’s story

29 October 2020

Compassionate, caring and committed people from all backgrounds are needed to answer the call and become care workers to support…

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Charlie the Covid snake cemented in at Bottesford Beck

28 October 2020

There is a new resident along Bottesford Beck – Charlie the Covid snake, who first made an appearance in June…

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Make your personal Covid-Secure plan now – help protect the...

27 October 2020

North Lincolnshire Council is today launching a downloadable Personal Covid-Secure Plan – designed to help people put in place measures…

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New swing helps disabled children play in the park

27 October 2020

Disabled children in North Lincolnshire can now play alongside their friends thanks to a new swing just for wheelchairs. The…

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Free online sessions launched to raise cancer awareness

26 October 2020

Residents in North Lincolnshire can register for free one-hour Cancer Champion sessions, which teach people about the key facts, statistics,…

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Looking for a new job? Find a role to suit you on the Proud to...

22 October 2020

Friendly and supportive people are needed to become care workers to help residents thrive in North Lincolnshire. If you are…

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Public health officials in North Lincolnshire are concerned that half term could bring a big rise in cases in North Lincolnshire putting older people at risk. The seven date rate of infection per 100,000 people has stabilised across North Lincolnshire, sitting at around 150. However, the number of cases in people over the age of 60 has started to increase. Jilla Burgess-Allen, a public health consultant, said: “School leaders have gone to remarkable lengths to adapt to Covid-19 and keep their pupils and staff safe. But even with all the correct measures in place in schools, it is what happens outside the school gates that is causing concern. “It’s no good keeping to bubbles, social distancing and good hand hygiene in schools and then ignoring all the guidance when the school day is over. “With half term coming next week, there is a real risk that younger people with time on their hands ignore the rules causing a spike in the numbers in North Lincolnshire.” All other data across the country suggests an increase in the virus in younger people eventually flows through to an increase in the older population. As more older people get the virus we will see an increase in hospital admissions putting the NHS under real pressure. Ms Burgess-Allen said: “I know getting younger people to follow the rules is difficult, but I am asking every parent to talk to their children stressing the importance of the hand, face, space message. They may feel invincible, or understand that the health risks to themselves are relatively low, but the impact they can have by spreading the virus to older people can be devastating. “Self-isolation for people who have symptoms, are waiting for a test, have tested positive or been contacted by NHS track and trace is also vital to stop the spread of the virus. This applies to everyone including our young people. Staying at home for a few days might be inconvenient, but it is much better than passing the virus to friends, relatives and the wider community. “I want our young people to enjoy the half-term, but to do so safely to protect the most vulnerable in North Lincolnshire.”

Public health’s half-term concerns – the importance of...

22 October 2020

Public health officials in North Lincolnshire are concerned that half term could bring a big rise in cases in North…

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