Covid-19 Bulletin
National
The Ministry of Justice has announced changes to provide enhanced legal aid support to vulnerable people.
Government confirms it intends to temporarily suspend tax rules that would otherwise apply significant tax charges to pension income
The Government has published a bereavement support leaflet to help those who have lost a loved one. At a Loss, has released a directory of local and national bereavement support adapted to current restrictions.
Local
East Hampshire District Council has now issued £20.7million in grants to around 72% of eligible businesses in the district. There are still around 560 eligible businesses yet to confirm their details. For more information, visit: www.easthants.gov.uk/coronavirus-business-support
Hampshire County Council will increase the amount of routine highway maintenance carried out during the pandemic
Hampshire County Council is working with Veolia and neighbouring authorities on plans on how Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) could re-open safely
Patients in hospital in Basingstoke and Winchester with Coronavirus can join a national clinical trial to can help shape future treatment
Good to know
Citizens Advice has published information for residents experiencing issues with topping up pre-paid electricity meters.
The Post Office has redesigned its overnight travel money delivery service to get cash to the most vulnerable people in England.
