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Max68 that is a brilliant letter sums up the situation perfectly and it will be interesting to see how your MP replies. I emailed my MP a few months ago, I think it was part of the diabetes uk campaign. I got a reply about 6 weeks later that obviously generic one expressing concern but basically...

The only hope is things seem to change almost by the day so a lot can in a month. Hopefully its something positive. [emoji1696]. It does seem one step forward two back. The only useful advice is social distancing, masks to protect others,and dont touch your face. The impact of situations where...

Horrific and so frustrating and probably worse in England[emoji852].

Plus Mars and Tate and Lyle[emoji33]. To be fair to Gregg's they used to do a calorie counted range of salads,wraps,fruit bowls which were reasonably priced and very tasty.

Brilliant news and thankyou for sharing. I really hope it goes well[emoji106][emoji4]

It does seem a no win situation for the economy,not just in the UK. I think in UK there has been massive pressure to go out and spend etc with the barely heard add on of doing it in a way that complies with rules. Relying a 100% on British common sense probably a bit optimistic. It does seem...

I do have tremendous sympathy for small businesses and the self employed,it must be devastating to see everything you have worked for slip away and be powerless to stop it. Yes there is the furlough scheme and loans but they may just be delaying the inevitable and many people have slipped...

Thankyou [emoji4]. I must admit the thing that really struck me was that your workplace had a covid outbreak that you were not told about and they are trying to keep quiet. The assumption that employers act in the best interests of employees rather than profit. It seems that the employee has to...

Snap[emoji106]. I think that sums it up perfectly. Personally I think government/public sector workers on the whole work under better terms and conditions and are more likely to know their rights .As employers the government/councils usually are rigorous with regard to H&S and are cautious...

Good advice from Max68. I wholeheartedly emphasize! I experienced tremendous difficulties last week. My work situation is very high risk. I self isolated before the shielding letters came out but when the government actually stated those in receipt of flu jab would have to self isolate. It was...

I would speak to your Dr and go by their advice. If they were to say go ahead that may help you realistically have a good baseline to make a decision. It does go against the government advice for clinically vulnerable adults. That said individuals have very different approaches ranging from...

Glad you managed to get a new job when theres so much worry associated with those who are furloughed being made redundant. Good luck and hope goes well.

Hi Alan. Firstly I understand your concerns about public transport. The most useful piece of advice I received off my Union was about The Infection Control Fund. The government set this up so employers can fund taxis to work rather than use public transport. Any transport poses a risk other than...

Im 5 ft 2, best news I've heard today!

Yes, the creativity and interaction and teamwork in the genuine sense are vital. Exercise is a concern. Some people cycle to work,others exercise sport or exercise after work. If nothing else a physical change of environment is beneficial physically and mentally. The thought of millions of...

It does make you despair. Sadly I think ambiguous messages that the virus has all but disappeared etc or only really affects the old and vulnerable isnt helping. Today's developments with a vaccine /treatment are good news. It's quite unnerving how the media seem to emphasize it could be ready...

Yes my Son in Law works for a large bank in the City . Hes currently working from home and has been told its indefinitely. He has worked from home before and they have a separate office space in the garden which at least gives some semblance of separation from home and work. Many large companies...

Bluetit1802 I'm glad that your daughter is safely working from home. I do feel however that this is a perfect example of how inequitable an individual's risk to the virus is. Government departments and council employees are working from home for the foreseeable future. Private sector and many...

I understand where you are coming from.Are you in a Union? I work in care and face similar issues. They are supposed to work with you to do an individual risk assessment to reduce risk ,offer you a less risk work area role . I think if none of that possible they could furlough you. My employers...

Well that's some good news for parents and grandparents and those who work with the age group. I suppose like any research though it depends on the variables such as it that on a 1.1 basis and how do you define less risk. Maybe its natures way of protecting the very young who need physical...