14 December 2020

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At this time East Grinstead has officially recorded very high infection rates:  we are the highest in West Sussex with 2 of the 3 areas being well above the national average.

Everyone, within our Town, is asked to abide by the tier two rules so that the infection figures can come down and we can hopefully see the back of this virus. The more we bend or break the rules set out by the government the more chance of spreading the virus to those you love and the chance of being moved into the more severe tier 3. (damaging for our economy).  These are the rules in Tier 2:

We would like to remind everyone of the maximum of ‘six people outside’ rule. The rule also applies to school pupils who congregate after school as they are no longer classed in their school bubble.

When you are shopping or using the town centre, please think about your journey times; can you go out a little later when it is not so busy?   Mid Sussex District Council has enabled free car parking from 3 pm for each Saturday in December,  in all their car parks. Many shops will be staying open later (we are compiling a list and will post it as soon as we can) so please if you can go out a little later, it will be less busy and safer from larger crowds.

We are hearing about vaccination roll-outs coming in the next few weeks starting with the most vulnerable and elderly. Do not contact the GP surgery or other medical unit asking when you will get your jab; you will be contacted by the NHS directly.   Your invitation will tell you how you can book your appointment.