The Prime Minister announced on 23 June 2020 that more businesses will be able to open from 4 July 2020. I know this news is very much welcomed by so many across England. Businesses set to reopen include pubs, restaurants, hairdressers. Reopening is to be conducted in line with social distancing guidance and in compliance with Health and Safety Executive's advice. This can be found here.
For specific information and more guidance, please click here.
Social Distancing
Social distancing remains an integral part of beating the virus. The Prime Minister confirmed on 23 June 2020 that where the 2 metre rule remains achievable, it should be adhered to. Where it cannot, a 1 metre distance is advised. For more guidance please click here.
Business Support
Her Majesty's Treasury (HMT) have outlined a host of support for businesses during this time. The latest guidance and support is available here.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS)
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has protected 18,000 constituents in North Oxfordshire.
Self-employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS)
The Self-employment Income Support Scheme has supported 4,400 self-employed people in North Oxfordshire.
I am delighted that both of these schemes have enabled the protection of businesses and employees alike.
Food Deliveries
Volunteers around North Oxfordshire are providing an excellent service for many of the vulnerable including picking up prescriptions, food shopping and helping with deliveries. If you are unable to get a delivery slot from your local supermarket it may be worth reaching out the community around you.
Help with food deliveries:
Oxfordshire All In
The website below has mapped all community services available within Oxfordshire which you may find of use.
https://www.oxfordshireallin.org/
If yourself or know anyone who is providing services/community provision in the light of the current situation with Covid-19 then this can be entered and mapped in the above Oxfordshire All In Website.
Bicester Community Fridge
www.bicestercommunityfridge.co.uk
Banbury Community Fridge/Banbury Mosque
Please email: [email protected], for enquiries.
Support for the Elderly and Vulnerable
Community Connect
0300 004 04 01
Support and guidance on how to keep well at home, what support is available and how to manage anxiety.
Volunteer Connect
0300 3030125
If you (or someone elderly/vulnerable you know) are self-isolating and have no means of getting food, we can deliver an emergency food parcel to you.
To request a delivery call the above number and leave your name and telephone number only. One of the team will call you back.
Age UK Oxfordshire
01865 411 288
New, free, telephone support service, providing a friendly, regular weekly call to see how people are, to chat and also help if people are facing practical problems with shopping, prescription collection etc. (The number connects straight to an answerphone, where people can leave their name and contact number. They will receive a call back as soon as possible during normal working hours. Please note this service cannot provide medical advice - people should ring 111 for medical advice or 999 in a medical emergency).
Samaritans
116 123 (free from any phone)
Whatever you're going through, you can talk to someone at the Samaritans.
Oxfordshire Mind
01865 247 788
If you're concerned about your mental health, the information line can point you towards support.
My office
My office is receiving an extremely high volume of correspondence - we may take slightly longer than usual to respond but we are committed to providing the best support and guidance we can.
For specific casework please contact my office by emailing [email protected].
Please do not email on behalf of another constituent, I am only able to take cases forward if they are presented by the individual. Please attach your full name and address as well as the nature of your query and we will aim to get back to you.
