When should I self-isolate?
The increase in both symptomatic and symptom free testing is a big step forward in the fight against the pandemic, but testing is only the first step, people must self-isolate to stop the spread. Please do your […]
Category Archives: Health and social care
Young Adult Community Champions hold first meeting
We’re looking for young people aged 18–30 years-old to join our Young Adults COVID-19 Community Champions group. This is just one part of Merton’s overall approach to managing and responding […]
No symptoms? You can still get tested
It is estimated that one in three people do not display symptoms if they have COVID-19, so testing for people with no symptoms will identify those who unknowingly have the virus. As infection rates rise significantly, every local […]
Council threatens Health Secretary with legal action over plans to downgrade St Helier Hospital
Merton Council is challenging the decision by the Health Secretary not to order a full independent review into plans to close the accident and emergency department and consultant-led maternity services […]
Cabinet member urges residents to follow Tier Two measures for Merton
From today, Merton has been placed in Tier 2: High Alert. This is for areas with a higher or rapidly rising level of infections, where some additional restrictions need to be in place. […]
Got symptoms? Get tested
We know that it’s been difficult over the last few weeks, but the good news is that cases in Merton are stabilising, but the faster we see a reduction in […]
Council Leader urges residents to pull together as national restrictions come into force
New national restrictions will apply in Merton and across the whole of England between 5 November until 2 December. Everyone must stay at home as much as possible, only leaving […]
St Helier Hospital at risk of being downgraded, as critical care services prepare to save more patients this winter
As St Helier Hospital prepares to treat more COVID-19 patients this winter, Merton Council has expressed disappointment at a decision not to review plans to close its accident and emergency […]
Stay safe during autumn celebrations
Whether you’re taking part in Halloween, Bonfire Night, or Diwali celebrations this autumn, this year’s festivities will be looking a lot different. We know it can be especially difficult to […]
Merton Council calls for urgent clarity on funding package, amid £17m gap
Merton Council has written to local MPs with an urgent request to seek clarity over future funding support for councils in London. This week, London Councils – the body that […]