Tag Archives: Coronavirus

COVID-19 Ventilation Advice for Everyone

Posted on April 23, 2021 by janette

Last updated: April 2021 Please remember, COVID-19 doesn’t take a break and the risks of infection remain. An infected person releases particles into the air when breathing, coughing or speaking – the risk of infection is greater indoors. Meet outside … Continue reading →

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YOUNG MINDS – Help for Children or Parents affected by Mental Health issues

Posted on March 3, 2021 by janette

If you know any children or young people who might be struggling to manage their mental health, the Young Minds website is an excellent resource. Information of all kinds for the young people or their parents, including the impacts of … Continue reading →

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East Lothian Council’s Discretionary Fund Opens 3rd to 8th February

Posted on February 2, 2021 by janette

Do you know of any East Lothian businesses or self-employed people who have not yet qualified for any COVID-19-related support grant funding? Please make them aware that East Lothian Council’s Discretionary Fund will open for applications tomorrow, with a closing … Continue reading →

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Stay Home, Protect NHS, Save Lives

Posted on January 12, 2021 by janette

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Beware of Vaccine Scam

Posted on January 8, 2021 by janette

Neighbourhood Watch Scotland have received reports that a fake NHS text message is circulating, telling people that they are eligible to apply for the COVID-19 vaccine. When you click on the link, you are taken to a convincing fake NHS … Continue reading →

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East Lothian Council Update:- Help Available During New Restrictions

Posted on January 7, 2021 by janette

Help for those who are self-isolating for any reason is available on East Lothian Council website and includes: Self-isolation support grants Other financial support for individuals and businesses Access to emergency community food provision Warm clothing grants Crisis grants Winter … Continue reading →

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New Scottish Lockdown from Midnight

Posted on January 4, 2021 by janette

Nicola Sturgeon has announced a nationwide lockdown to curb the rise in Covid-19 cases. The new lockdown will be similar to March with the “fundamental advice for everyone to stay at home” and will be enforced as a law from … Continue reading →

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FACTS – Keep Yourself and Others Safe

Posted on November 4, 2020 by janette

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