COVID-19 update from West Sussex County Council
30 June 2020
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- Most recent Government Announcements – the new guidance for social distancing to be implemented from 4 July. This included changes to the two meter distance rule, the relaxing of rules for certain shops and venues, plus changes for those in the shielding category. This is good news that many have been waiting for but we would urge everyone not to jeopardise the good progress our county has made so far in slowing the spread of the virus. Support our businesses and make the most of the relaxation, but please continue to take the necessary precautions at all time
- Bereavement support during COVID-19 – The Sussex Bereavement Helpline has been set up to provide information and guidance Please call: 0300 111 2141 (Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm). Find out more.
- Ceremonies – WSCC Ceremonies team will restart marriage and civil partnership services from 4 July Find out more.
- Local suppliers: new listings – Do you know which organisations and shops are delivering food and other essential goods in your area? Find out here Does your business deliver essential goods but isn’t listed? Please email us and we’ll add you to our website
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Request support
Wherever you live, if your request is urgent, for example, you are going to run out of food or medicine within the next three days, please phone 033 022 27980 so that we can make sure you get the help you need as quickly as possible.
We are focused on making sure we continue to support the most vulnerable people in our community.
Four support options are currently available to residents, depending on their medical circumstances, location and needs:
- Government support – For residents identified as medically vulnerable by the NHS. Register through Link GOV.UK.
- Support from district and boroughs – For residents who do not meet the criteria for receiving direct Government support, but still need help.
- Adur & Worthing Councils – Community request form
- Crawley Borough Council – Community request form
- Horsham District Council – Community request form
- Support from the County Council’s Community Hub – The team are coordinating all other support requests across the county and arranging help.
Request support via our form (external link)
- Carer’s support – A dedicated service that offers general guidance and a provides a listening ear.