PUBLIC INFORMATION PAGES FROM CAMDEN COUNCIL

Since the current crisis began, black, Asian and ethnic minority communities across the country have been disproportionately affected. In response to this, and to prevent existing inequalities growing, we formed a BAME Inequalities and COVID-19 Working Group. The group is building a picture of what Camden residents are experiencing to inform the way we respond to the virus and make sure we’re doing all we can to reduce the impact on our BAME communities.

We are also working with three other London boroughs to build a local system to test, track and trace new cases of coronavirus. Councils have staff trained in contact tracing, in getting testing into communities and to listen and learn from our residents about how services work best for them. This work is at an early stage and we will be working in the open, because building a test, track and trace service that works means building trust and confidence.

As we head into Pride month, and reflecting on the protests about racial injustice that have occurred around the world in the last week, I am reminded that the history of Camden is one in which people have stood up, used their voice and been brave to make change. This Pride month I am proud to honour and celebrate those who have helped give us a better world, and I am committed as Leader to continuing this fight for equality for everyone.

Councillor Georgia Gould, Leader of Camden Council