PUBLIC INFORMATION PAGES FROM CAMDEN COUNCIL

FROM DECEMBER 2

London has moved to a ‘high’ level of local COVID alert. While lockdown helped to reduce infections in most boroughs, coronavirus rates are still too high across London. This means

you’re still at risk of catching the virus. It’s therefore vital that you continue to follow the latest public health advice to keep yourself, your loved ones and community safe, and help bring infection rates down.

Local COVID level ‘high alert’:

• Only socialise indoors with people you live with or those in your bubble
• You can socialise outdoors with people who are not in your bubble or household in groups of up to 6
• Work from home if you can
• Travel less. Walk or cycle if you can
• Gyms and swimming pools are open

If you are clinically extremely vulnerable, please follow this guidance in addition to the above:

• Keep the number of different people you meet with consistently low to minimise your risk of catching coronavirus. The fewer people you meet, the less likely you are to catch the virus.
• You’re encouraged to leave the house to exercise while following public health advice, or to attend GP or hospital appointments if you need to.
• Read the guidance in full at gov.uk/guidance/tier-2-high-alert

Got coronavirus symptoms? Get tested

If you develop coronavirus symptoms (new, continuous cough, high temperature, or loss of or change to your sense of taste or smell), it’s vital that you self-isolate and get tested.

Requesting a test takes 5-10 minutes at nhs.uk/coronavirus or by calling 119 where you’ll be given

the option to book an appointment at a nearby test site or via an at-home test kit. You should get results within 48 hours.

There are two test sites in Camden:

• Ramsay Hall, Maple Street, W1T 5HB (indoors)
• 51 Greenwood Place, NW5 1LB (outdoors, step-free access)

Please don’t just turn up – book an appointment first.

Follow public health advice wherever you go

• Wash your hands regularly
• Keep 2 metres apart from people you don’t live with
• Wear a face covering in indoor public spaces, unless you’re exempt

Ongoing support from Camden Council

There continues to be a host of support available for Camden residents. This includes help with accessing food and medicine if you are self-isolating, and support if you’re concerned about your mental health, finances or housing situation. If you are struggling, please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 020 7974 4444 (option 9) or find out more at camden.gov.uk/coronavirus