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Coronavirus (COVID-19): updates and advice, including help if you are struggling financially

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Help if you need to stay at home due to COVID-19

If you don’t have family, friends or a support network that can help you get the things you need we can help you.


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Help and support for residents

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Schools and childcare

Information on the re-opening of schools, childcare and school transport

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Business and employers

Support for businesses dealing with the disruption caused by COVID-19

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COVID-19 in Dorset

Latest updates and statistics from Public Health Dorset

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Communities and volunteering

Details of the community response in Dorset

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Local Outbreak Control Plan

See the Dorset Council Local Outbreak Control Plan

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Get a free NHS test today to check if you have coronavirus

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Coronavirus news

Potential changes at Household Recycling Centres (HRCs), Blandford HRC to close for 10 days

Potential changes at Household Recycling Centres (HRCs), Blandford HRC to close for 10 days

Families in Dorset are encouraged to check if they qualify for free school meals

Families in Dorset are encouraged to check if they qualify for free school meals

Dorset residents urged to reach out early for support

Dorset residents urged to reach out early for support

Help for vulnerable residents to stay active during COVID-19

Help for vulnerable residents to stay active during COVID-19

 

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