CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) - Basildon Council service and information updates

Basildon Council is making decisions day by day in order to balance the need to maintain essential services and the need to support those who need our help the most, while at the same time following public health guidance for the protection of the public and staff against infection from coronavirus (COVID-19).

The welfare and safety of our staff, residents and people visiting the borough remain our priority.

COVID-19: Post your messages of remembrance, reflection or recognition

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Everyone in Basildon borough has been affected by Covid-19. Sadly, some have lost loved ones due to this virus. Others have lost loved ones during this time and been unable to say their goodbyes in the way they would have wished. In remembrance of those we have lost and those who deserve recognition we invite you to post a message on our COVID-19 commemorative page. See...

Submit your COVID-19 remembrance, reflection or recognition message online here...>> - (Photos welcome too)

See further COVID-19 advice and guidance under the following headings:

COVID-19 - Government and NHS advice for the general public

From Saturday 17 October, Essex will be placed into the high level of restrictions (tier 2 on the new COVID system).

COVID-19 - Coronavirus testing and test sites

Everyone, including children under 5, who is showing symptoms of COVID-19 can book a test. Care home staff and residents with or without symptoms can book a test.

COVID-19 - Face coverings must be worn in shops, indoor shopping centres and supermarkets - Be sure to Shop Local, Shop Safe

COVID-19 - Wearing of face coverings extended from 8 Aug

We want shoppers to have a safe shopping experience. Our 'Shop Local Shop Safe' campaign supports local retailers working hard to reopen their premises safely.

COVID-19 - Council Services affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak

COVID-19 - Council Services affected by COVID-19 outbreak

Advice and guidance on council services currently affected, suspended or closed by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

COVID-19 - Guidance, support and FAQs for residents

Guidance, support and the answers to the questions residents are asking us most frequently since the CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) outbreak.

COVID-19 - Guidance, support and FAQs for businesses

Guidance, support and the answers to the questions businesses are asking us most frequently since the CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) outbreak.

COVID-19 - Keeping in touch - latest news

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COVID-19 - Homeless self-referral and advice

In response to the on-going situation with Coronavirus and in line with Government guidance, we are changing our homelessness processes until further notice.

COVID-19 - Domestic abuse support

Don't suffer domestic abuse in silence - even during the stay at home COVID-19 outbreak help and support is still available.

COVID-19 - Report a business not following safety guidelines

If you think a business or venue is not properly following government COVID-19 safety guidelines you can report the matter here.

COVID-19 - Report businesses acting unfairly

Whether you are business owner/operator or a member of the public, we want you to tell us about any business you feel is acting unfairly during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

COVID-19 - What you can do to help others

We are looking for willing volunteers to help others during the during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

COVID-19 - Looking after physical and mental health

Despite the government easing of COVID-19 lockdown conditions the majority of us are still spending most of our days at home, so it is still it's important to look after both our mental and physical health.

COVID-19 - Beware of scammers and bogus callers

There are steps you should take to protect your home, your family and your personal details from bogus callers and online and telephone scammers.