Swindon: It's up to all of us

News - 12 August 2020

Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases in Swindon Steve Maddern, Director of Public Health at Swindon Borough Council, is asking everybody to play their part in keep themselves and others safe. Read more.
It's up to all of us Swindon COVID-19 health and safety message

The 'Your Swindon' newsletter from Swindon Borough Council has been published today urging residents to pay their part in helping to keep COVID-19 cases from rising in Swindon. Swindon is on the the Government’s ‘areas of concern’ watchlist, following on from a rise in cases.

In the newsletter you will find information on:

  • how to protect yourselves and others
  • what symptoms to look out for
  • who to contact if you need emergency household supplies
  • how to get a local test

Read the newsletter

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