The roadmap, shielding support and more

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Coronavirus: National lockdown

Oldham, along with the rest of England, is in a national lockdown.

Help Oldham recover
This week the Prime Minister announced the government’s roadmap to cautiously ease lockdown restrictions. It sets out four steps that will help us to return to a more normal life.

For now, Oldham, along with the rest of England, is in a national lockdown and there is no exception for anyone who has received a vaccination.
Further information on Coronavirus is available here: www.oldham.gov.uk/coronavirus
Are you new to shielding and in need of support?
You may have recently received a letter from the Department of Health and Social Care saying that you are now in the Clinically Extremely Vulnerable category and are therefore being advised to shield. If this is the case and you feel like you might need additional support click here ([link removed]) .
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Missed your first vaccine appointment?
The first dose of the Coronavirus vaccine has now been offered to those in the top groups most vulnerable to the virus. If you have been offered an appointment for the first Coronavirus vaccine but had to cancel or unable able to make the slot offered, don’t worry, there’s still time to get your jab.

The vaccine – along with following the hands, face, space guidance – is the best way to protect your loved ones from Coronavirus and has the potential to save tens of thousands of lives. To book an appointment please visit the NHS Website ([link removed]) . If you don’t have access to a computer, please call 119.

For more information on the myths around the vaccine, please visit the NHS website here. ([link removed])
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Schools and Colleges wider reopening on March 8
Following the Government’s announcement that schools and colleges will open to all pupils on Monday 8 March, we're working with all education establishments to determine what this means for Oldham children and young people. Please look out for communications from your school and college and also the council website ([link removed] ) .
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Doorstep Coronavirus Engagement Team
Our Doorstep Coronavirus Engagement Team will be in Limehurst Village next week. They will be chatting to residents and sharing the latest information. Please note: our teams always carry Oldham Council identification.
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Play by the rules
We’re seeing large numbers of footballers playing on closed artificial pitches at sites across the borough – in some cases they have forced entry and damaged property. We’ll reopen them as soon as restrictions are lifted so until then play your part and stay away.
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Love Food Hate Waste week
It’s the first Love Food Hate Waste (LFHW) Food Waste Action Week, 1 – 7 March. Did you know that in UK homes, we waste 4.5 million tonnes of edible food every year? So, Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) will be sharing tips and information throughout the week to help you reduce food thrown away at home.

Wasting food feeds climate change, with wasted food accounting for more global greenhouse gas emissions than flying. Small changes to how you buy, store and use up food can reduce food waste, and the impact it has on the planet. Follow R4GM on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and visit their website here ([link removed]) to keep up to date.

You can also visit the LFHW website here ([link removed]) for more information about the week.
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Census 2021 is coming
Get ready for Census 2021 ([link removed]) coming on 21 March in England and Wales. You can complete it online or by post as soon as you receive your code.

It's really important that you complete the census and provide accurate information as it helps decide how services are funded in your area. For more information, click here ([link removed]) .
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Win £100 Love2Shop vouchers
How has the Coronavirus pandemic impacted your life? That’s the question we’re asking as part of our Covid-19 Recovery survey. We know that the pandemic is not over yet, but we want to look to the future and get your views on what our priorities should be for Oldham’s recovery.

To share your views and help us plan for Oldham’s future click here ([link removed]) .

The survey will close on Tuesday 9 March so have your say today, you could win up to £100 Love2Shop vouchers.

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