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Stephen and Paula look at the issues affecting West Berkshire due to the Coronavirus pandemic and how councils, organisations and
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Author: Stephen West
Council to deliver COVID-19 advice leaflet
Households in West Berkshire Council will receive a leaflet containing advice and guidance about support available to them as we all deal with the impact of Covid-19.
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Volunteers give hope for elderly and vulnerable
As the Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak continues, communities across West Berkshire have united together to support their families, friends and neighbours in need.
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Town Council calls virtual emergency online meeting
Newbury Town Council has called an emergency meeting to plan how the Council can respond to the coronavirus crisis and provide support where it’s needed most. The meeting will be online using Zoom.
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Newbury play areas close to prevent coronavirus spread
Newbury Town Council is closing some of its play areas in Victoria Park, City Recreation Ground, Wash Common and other areas around the town in order to slow the spread of Coronavirus.
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Boris Johnson locks down Britain
Boris Johnson has announced a complete lockdown of the UK due to the “national emergency” banning people from leaving their
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Corn Exchange goes online
After the shock announcement of the closure of the Corn Exchange last week due to the coronavirus, it has announced a series of online sessions for all ages that will offer support to keep communities creative and connected.
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PC Andrew Harper murder trial collapses due to coronavirus
The jury in the trial of three teenagers accused of the murder of PC Andrew Harper has been halted after three jurors placed themselves in self-isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Thatcham store reserves first hour for seniors and the vulnerable
The Waitrose store in Thatcham opened its doors at 8:00 am this morning to seniors and vulnerable people only. Yesterday, John Lewis partners announced it would follow the other major retailers in providing shopping hours specifically for the most vulnerable.
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BREAKING NEWS: PM orders pubs, restaurants and gyms to close across the UK
Boris Johnson has ordered cafes, pubs, bars, restaurants and gyms to close from tonight in a bid to stop the
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