Archive - Wednesday, 1 April 2020

Coronavirus: as it happens on Wednesday April 1
The coronavirus situation is changing by the hour. Here are the updates for April 1
A new victim support service is launched in Cumbria
VICTIM Support’s new online support resource, My Support Space, has launched today for victims of crime in Cumbria.
MPs demand compensation for bereaved NHS families
MPS INCLUDING Tim Farron are calling upon Prime Minister Boris Johnson to offer compensation for all families of NHS workers who have tragically died whilst battling the coronavirus.
Cumbria Fire and Rescue reassurances
CUMBRIA Fire and Rescue Services (CFRSS) is keen to reassure south Cumbria residents it can still respond to emergency incidents.
South Lakes roads round-up
AN URGENT road closure has been made near Cartmel.
Popular annual sporting event cancelled due to coronavirus
ONE of the Lakes’ most-loved annual sporting fixtures has become the latest victim of coronavirus.
VIDEO: Landowner criticised for massive fire at Kirkby Moor
FIREFIGHTERS have warned landowners not to start fires in these 'challenging and unprecedented times'.
Businesses that are still open urged to follow social distancing rules
People are being reminded that not all businesses need to close during the coronavirus crisis, but that those that operate must obey rules around social distancing.
JF Hornby celebrates trainee milestone
An accountancy firm is celebrating having a record number of trainees working at the business.
Health chief speaks on why Cumbria has so many Covid-19 infections
A PUBLIC health chief has sought to explain why Cumbria appears to have one of the country's highest Covid-19 infection rates as new figures confirmed 49 people have died at hospitals run by the two NHS trusts which operate in the county.
11 coronavirus deaths confirmed at Cumbrian hospital trusts
Eleven new Covid-19 deaths have been confirmed by bosses at NHS Cumbrian hospital trusts as the latest government figures show that the last 24 hours have seen the daily death toll rise to 563.
Can you drive other people to work during the coronavirus outbreak?
POLICE have responded to queries about whether or not people are allowed to drive other people to work amidst the coronavirus outbreak.
Hospitals trust announce a further six people have died from coronavirus
A further six people have died from coronavirus it has been announced today.
Coronavirus deaths rise by more than 500 in 24 hours
Covid-19 has seen a rise of more than 500 deaths in the last 24 hours.
Premier League clubs told to cut wages of players
Players should be the first to bear the economic burden caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has said.
These South Lakeland schools will remain open to provide childcare
A NUMBER of hub schools will remain open across South Lakeland throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
Barrow dog-walker caught washing car in lockdown tells cop to 'do one'
A BARROW man who told a police officer to ‘do one’ has been fined for breaking the lockdown rules.
MP calls for virtual parliament
A SOUTH Lakes MP has called for the virtual recall of parliament.
Security to man the doors at Kendal hospital
SECURITY guards will man the doors at Westmorland General Hospital to stop anyone other than NHS workers from gaining access.
Planning committees to continue by teleconferencing
Kendal Town Council Planning Committee meetings are set to continue via teleconferencing.
Keeping safe during the crisis
YOU would be forgiven for thinking there is too much conflicting or ambiguous information about the Coronavirus crisis flying around at the moment.
Letter: Don't neglect social care
IN the Spring Budget Chancellor Rishi Sunak gave no mention of any spending increase for social care.
Safe support for those in self-isolation
LAST week we talked about how to try to stay safe and well during the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak. As expected, the situation regarding advice is fast-moving and many will now find themselves having to self-isolate, particularly those over 70.
'Coronavirus is no joke - people have robbed us of my grandad'
'THIS is not a joke,' - that was the emotional message of the family of a man who has died of coronavirus as they urged people to stay at home.
Leisures centres in Cumbria transformed into additional NHS bed capacity
WORK will begin today to transform leisure centres into additional NHS bed capacity.
MP signs letter demanding compensation for families of Covid-19 workers
WESTMORLAND and Lonsdale MP Tim Farron has joined more than 50 MPs in signing a letter to the Prime Minister calling for compensation for the families of those who lose their lives on the frontline of the battle against coronavirus.
Firefighters issue coronavirus security advice to protect businesses
CUMBRIA Fire & Rescue Service is offering advice to businesses to help them protect premises while they are closed due to coronavirus.
Cumbria leisure centres to be used for extra NHS beds
WORK is to begin to transform leisure centres into additional NHS bed capacity.
Coronavirus: Is the pandemic slowing down in the UK?
The UK remains under a three-week lockdown with strict social distancing measures in an bid to slow the spread of coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Supermarkets rules on shopping with children
SEVERAL supermarkets have come under fire after one single mum claimed a branch of Aldi stopped her from entering with her five-year-old son in tow.
Free school meals replaced with weekly £15 meal voucher - how to claim it
Children across England who normally receive free school meals will be given a £15 supermarket voucher while schools are shut during the coronavirus pandemic.
Should I cancel my summer holiday? Your questions answered
AS we head into a second week of lockdown, many families are starting to wonder what will happen to their summer holiday bookings.
Cumbria’s coronavirus death toll rises again - 20 at Furness General Hospital
CUMBRIA has seen a surge in deaths caused by Covid-19 with 38 fatalities now reported by the two NHS trusts which have hospitals in the county.
Bowling season cancelled
The local bowling season has become the latest sport to suspend its season due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Kendal nursery vows to reopen as soon as possible
SUNNYBROW Day care in Kendal will be forced to close as of today due to issues arising due to the Coronavirus.
Letter: Tips on driving in bad weather
Here is some advice about how to drive in bad weather.
New emergency support hotline launched
A NEW emergency support service for people at high risk of becoming seriously ill due to coronavirus has been launched.

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