COVID-19 Information Page

New Lockdown Information Poster

8 January 2021

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NOTE FROM STROUD DISTRICT COUNCIL

30 December 2020

Unfortunately Covid cases continue to rise in the county and in the country more generally. In today’s tiering review, Gloucestershire will move up into tier 4 from the beginning of tomorrow, Thursday 31 December 2020. Please see this PDF and below for the full tiering announcement.

Full details of what you can and can’t do in tier 4 can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/tier-4-stay-at-home and a useful summary poster can be found here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/946417/COVID-19_Tier_4__19_December_2020_.pdf.

Under tier 4 rules, non-essential shops must close (except for click and collect and delivery) as must beauty salons, hairdressers, indoor leisure, gyms, and people are limited to meeting in a public outdoor place with their household, or one other person. People must work from home unless they are unable to do so and can only travel or stay overnight away from home for a few specified reasons.

Pubs, restaurants and hospitality etc remain closed as for tier 3 (except for takeaway, drive through or delivery).

We are still awaiting an announcement on education but unless further restrictions are announced, we are expecting schools to open for phased return next week.

We will be updating our website to reflect today’s announcements. Unfortunately our leisure centres will now have to completely close again.

A note from Cllr Mark Hawthorne (Leader) and Sarah Scott (Director of Public Health)

20 October 2020

Our six-step action plan is now in place across the county, as local action continues to slow the spread of Covid-19. The measures will support the Government’s new three-tier system, announced last week.

Whilst, thankfully, cases of Covid remain lower than many other parts of the country - they are rising. The six steps for Gloucestershire will focus on protecting our most vulnerable residents, increasing enforcement action and, importantly, a call to us all to work together, and for each other, by following the public health guidance put in place to keep us safe. This is especially important as we head into the Winter months, where demand for health and social care services is at its highest.

An infographic outlining the measures can be found here.

We know everyone has already been working hard to keep to the guidance, but it is more important that ever that we don’t give up. Visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/covid19 for information, advice and help.

Many thanks

Cllr Mark Hawthorne (Leader) and Sarah Scott (Director of Public Health)

Mobile Testing Unit locations

20 October 2020

An important part of minimising and managing any future spread of Covid-19 is the speed at which people can be tested and isolation measures put in place, should an outbreak occur.

The mobile testing unit is now available at locations across the county. Please see this week’s locations below.

Anyone with symptoms of Covid-19 can have a test. You must book a test in advance. Please do not turn up to one of the locations without booking – anyone without a booking risks being turned away.

To book a test or for more information on testing, go to the NHS website or call 119.

This week’s locations:

These dates are subject to change. Please check the GCC website for changes.

	Monday 19 Oct	Tuesday 20 Oct	Wednesday 21 Oct	Thursday 22 Oct	Friday 23 Oct	Saturday 24 Oct	Sunday 25 Oct	Monday 26 Oct
Stow Stow Rugby Football Club, Oddington Road, Stow, GL54 1JJ					Y
Cirencester Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester, GL7 6JS	Y	Y
Cheltenham University Of Gloucestershire, Entrance 3, Park Campus, The Park, Cheltenham, GL50 2RH						Y	Y
Bishops Cleeve Cheltenham North RFC, Stoke Orchard Road, Bishops Cleeve, GL52 7DG
Tewkesbury Tewkesbury RFC, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PG	Y	Y						Y
Cinderford Cinderford RFC, Dockham Rd, Cinderford GL14 2AQ				Y	Y
Dursley Rugby Club, Hounds Green, Dursley GL11 6AJ			Y	Y
Hartpury University & Hartpury College, Gloucester GL19 3BE						Y	Y
Stroud Stratford Park Leisure Centre, Stratford Road, Stroud, GL5 4AH			Y					Y

Mobile Testing Station Update

11 September 2020

Mobile testing Stations in Gloucestershire

There are ongoing issues around testing capacity. It is essential residents book a slot before arriving to a testing site. Residents are reminded to only book a test if they have symptoms.
Cinderford RFC,Dockham Rd, Cinderford (14 September)
Tewkesbury RFC, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury (15 September)
Royal Agricultural University, Stroud Road, Cirencester (13 & 15 September)
University Of Gloucestershire, Entrance 3, Park Campus, The Park, Cheltenham (13 September)
Stow Rugby Football Club, Oddington Road, Stow, GL54 1JJ (12 September)

Mobile Testing Station Update

14 July 2020

An important part of minimise and manage any future spread of Covid-19 is the speed at which people can be tested and isolation measures put in place, should an outbreak occur.
The mobile testing unit, previously at Oxstalls Tennis Centre in Gloucester, is now available at other locations across the country. The mobile unit has meant hundreds more tests are available each day it is operating.

Anyone with symptoms of Covid-19 can have a test.
To book a test or for more information on testing, go to the NHS website or call 119.

This weeks locations:

Monday 13 July

Tuesday 14 July

Wednesday 15 July

Thursday 16 July

Friday
17 July

Saturday 18 July

Sunday
19 July

Stow

Stow Rugby Football Club, Oddington Road, Stow, GL54 1JJ

Stroud

Stratford Park Leisure Centre, Stratford Road, Stroud, GL5 4AH

Mobile Testing Station

Stroud District Council has announced that A mobile testing unit is currently at Stratford Park, and will be carrying out pre-booked Coronavirus tests until Tuesday 23 June (it is possible this will be extended, but we won't know until next week).

Covid-19 update

21st May 2020

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Covid-19 update

19th May 2020

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Covid-19 update

12th May 2020

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Covid-19 update

7th May 2020

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Covid-19 update

6th May 2020

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Covid-19 update

5th May 2020

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Covid-19 update

30th April 2020

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Covid-19 update

24th April 2020

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Notice re bonfires

22nd April 2020

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Gloucestershire & National Updates

21st Apr 2020

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Message from Stroud District Council Emergency Planning Community Support Team

19th April 2020

“We have produced a Covid-19 Community Information pack that contains help and advice for communities during the current pandemic who are providing support to our most vulnerable residents across the Stroud District”

Click here for the PDF 19/04/2020

Hardwicke COVID-19 Community Help Hub

14th April 2020

Click here to view the infographic 14/04/2020

Gloucestershire & National Updates

14th April 2020

Click here to view/download document (PDF) 14/04/2020

Stay Connected

9th April 2020

Stay Connected is a free helpline for anyone worried about themselves or someone else who is in self-isolation or needs support at this time.

A call with the Stay Connected helpline gives people the tools and confidence they need to live well during self-isolation, which can include:

Practical guidance to staying in contact with families and friends
Planning for self-isolation including food, shopping and medication
Tips on adjusting to self-isolation
Advice on what’s out there online to help people stay connected with others
Advice for carers/family members
A listening ear and a friendly conversation

Contact Stay Connected: 0800 048 7035 (Monday to Friday 9.00-5.00) or

Email: hereinfo@guideposts.org.uk

Visit Stay Connected online for resources, information or to make a referral:
www.guideposts.org.uk/stay-connected

If you are providing support and would like us to add your information to the Stay Connected support resources, please contact us.

Gloucestershire & National Updates

8th April 2020

Click here to view/download document (PDF) 08/04/2020

Co-op Stores - Coronavirus Support

7th April 2020

You may or may not be aware that the CO-OP Stores are teaming up with local volunteering organisations to allow food shopping to be delivered to the most vulnerable people in their area.

We have received a lovely recommendation from Irena of Leonard Stanley Parish Council "I would like to acknowledge the fantastic help given by the Co-op in Stonehouse, where those residents can email/ring them and they will pick, pack and give me a call to collect their orders."

Residents are able to phone their local store and the Co-op staff are able to take a click and collect style payment over the phone so that no money needs to change hands between residents and volunteers. The shopping will therefore already be paid for prior to collection.

Below is a link to the main Co-op website where you can find your local store contact details and get updates on the support they are providing at this time.

If you have a store near your area or within a few miles please do contact the store manager and find out how you can work together to support those most in need.

Click here to find your local Co-op store

Please feel free to share this information or if you have any other tips and tricks that are working well for you please do let us know so that we can pass them on.

Thank you again for all the work you are doing within your local communities at this time it is very much appreciated.

Covid-19 update April 1st 2020

1st April 2020

Update from Gloucetershire County Council March 30th 2020

30th March 2020

People shouldn't be referred to adult social care without their knowledge/consent. It is important the normal process for referrals is followed - details are available on the county council's website or by calling the adult helpdesk number 01452 426868 Mon to Friday. 8.30 to 5pm
If you need help or someone you know does please visit the Community Help Hub. People can now register to the county's community help hub by calling 01452 583519 Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 5pm, as well as online.
IMPORTANT: People should only register if they need help now, not if they may need help in the future.
Please follow the national advice re staying at home unless its absolutely necessary to go out for reason set out in the guidance - this will help manage the spread of Covid-19 and support the NHS and care sector to cope
If you are a business and need advice and support, please go to the Government's dedicated web pages.
Please take time to look after your mental health - make sure you are keeping your mind and body active
Remember to keep up the good handwashing and to catch sneezes and coughs in a tissue.
A dedicated phone line and email address has been set up to help parents with all school related enquiries, including questions relating to Free School Meals. Tel: 01452 426015. Email COVIDSchoolenquiries@gloucestershire.gov.uk.

Please click here for information relating to the Corona Virus

In addition, in response to Government Advice The Parish Council is closing its Play Areas and Outdoor Gym Equipment. Please keep yourself safe and do not try to use the equipment.