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Lockdown easing delayed until 19 July

Earlier this week it was announced by Government that a four week “pause” has been put on lifting all Coronavirus restrictions.

It is expected that England will move to Step 4 on 19 July instead of the previous target date of Monday 21 June, though the data will be reviewed on 5 July in case the risks have reduced. The move to Step 4 will be confirmed one week in advance.

However, some changes to the existing Step 3 restrictions were made on Monday 21 June, specifically around weddings, wakes, care home visits and residential visits for children. For detailed information on what those changes mean, please visit the Government website here ([link removed]) .

The current guidelines for Greater Manchester are:
* Meet outside rather than inside where possible
* Keep 2 metres apart from people that you don’t live with (unless you have formed a support bubble ([link removed]) with them), this includes friends and family you don’t live with
* Minimise travel in and out of affected areas
* Get tested ([link removed]) twice a week for free and isolate if you are positive
* Continue to work from home if you can
* Get vaccinated ([link removed]) when you are offered it, and encourage others to do so as well

Euro 2020: England vs Scotland
If you’re watching the Euros tonight, just remember to observe hands, face, space, fresh air as much as you can when enjoying the footy. It's coming home!
Further information on the latest local guidance is available here: www.oldham.gov.uk/coronavirus

Remember: Hands, Face, Space, Fresh Air
Get tested twice a week
We recommend that everyone gets a rapid lateral flow test at least twice a week to help reduce the spread of Covid-19 and to keep those around us safe. You can get tested by visiting our pop-up at:
* Unit 61, Spindles
* Tesco Extra, Huddersfield Road Oldham (lower ground car park)

Or you can:
* Get tested at a number of pharmacies across Oldham
* Collect home testing kits from Lees Library, Crompton Library, Failsworth Library or The Link Centre
* Order kits online

To find out more and check opening days/hours, visit www.oldham.gov.uk/testing_without_symptoms

If you are showing Coronavirus symptoms, you can get a PCR test at:
* Southgate Street, next to Oldham Library
* Peel Street, Chadderton
* Honeywell Centre, Hadfield Street
* Higher Memorial Park, Failsworth

You must book an appointment online. Find out more by visiting www.oldham.gov.uk/testing_with_symptoms
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Pfizer vaccine pop up clinics tomorrow and Wednesday
Tomorrow (19 June) there is a Pfizer first dose vaccination clinic at the Dinwoodie Centre (near the Chapel) at the Royal Oldham Hospital, 8.30am – 7.30pm. You can turn up on the day and there is no appointment necessary – it is for those aged 18 or over. Go along if you’ve not been vaccinated and tell your family and friends.

Then on Wednesday 23 June, 10am – 3pm there will be another Pfizer vaccine pop up clinic at the European Islamic Centre. Again this is for anyone aged 18+ for their first jab only. No appointment needed.

If you have your NHS number, please take it with you, your NHS number can easily be found here ([link removed]) .
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We are Oldham and together we are stronger
The past 16 months have been extremely difficult for everyone but it has really shone a light on the community spirit and resilience Oldhamers have. Watch this video ([link removed]) to see some familiar Oldham faces who are looking forward to seeing you again soon.
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It's Shared Lives Week
Shared Lives is a service delivered by the MioCare Group for residents who need support in living their life to the full. We’re lucky to have a network of Shared Lives Carers across Oldham who offer different levels of support, depending on the needs of the people they’re matched with.

If you're interested in being a Shared Lives Carer yourself, don’t hesitate to get in touch at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or by phoning 0161 770 8777.
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Celebrate breastfeeding
Next week is #BreastfeedingCelebrationWeek and this year's theme is encouraging the wider family to support breastfeeding. For advice, tips and resources to help families click here ([link removed]) .

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