News and reports

This is a simple guide to making a face covering. A cloth face covering should cover your mouth and nose while allowing you to breathe comfortably.

Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

The Council for Disabled Children have outlined a list of links to support children and young people with special educational needs, together with their parents and carers, to give information about Coronavirus and we have included local links.

The Government has given the green light for dental practices to reopen in England from 8 June 2020. For a dental practice to treat you, they will need fully compliant PPE, to exercise social distancing and apply appropriate cross-infection control.

There are many local and national organisations where you can find support for your mental health needs and especially during Coronavirus.

Although death is a natural part of life, the death of someone close to you can be a difficult, confusing and a life-changing experience.

Details of organisations you can contact regarding financial and employment support.

The impact of COVID-19 on women and children experiencing domestic abuse, and the life-saving services that support them.

FAQs from the UK Government and World Health Organisation.

Local information from Newham Council, Newham Clinical Commissioning Group and St Barts Health NHS Trust

Information from local and national organisations about Coronavirus.

Find out what support is available to you locally and what organisations you can volunteer with.