Stay at home to help save lives

Everyone must continue to stay at home as much as possible to protect themselves from coronavirus, reduce the spread and ensure the NHS can cope.

This means no unnecessary journeys or social contact.

Essential council services still being delivered

Essential council services – such as social care, community meals, waste, recycling and highway maintenance – are still operating in these challenging times.

North Somerset Council has been forced to close many services but the protection of the most vulnerable members of the community remains a priority.

Help local residents access support

Do you know someone who needs support but has no family or friends who can help?

North Somerset Council has launched a new service to co-ordinate a community response and make sure vulnerable residents are supported through the coronavirus outbreak.

Arts + Health weekender goes digital

A pioneering arts and wellness event due to take place this weekend is now going digital.

The Weston Arts + Health Weekender was established to celebrate wholeness and togetherness and showcase arts and health in the community.

Getting food and supplies to the most vulnerable

Food parcels are now being delivered to vulnerable people across North Somerset who do not have help from their nearest and dearest. 

North Somerset Council and other public services have responded to the government’s call to shield the most vulnerable, to make sure that no-one who needs help is missed out.

Help with council tax during coronavirus

Financial help is being offered to residents in North Somerset who will have difficulty paying their council tax during the coronavirus crisis.

Payment holidays or reduced payments can be arranged.

Advice and support for businesses

Local businesses affected by coronavirus are urged to get in touch with North Somerset Council to see what’s available to help them.

Parking charges waived for NHS and key workers

Parking is now free in North Somerset for NHS staff and key workers to help you carry on your critical work during the coronavirus outbreak.

Charges have been waived for essential workers such as NHS, social care staff, volunteers and key workers.

Wellbeing advice while at home

Looking after your health and wellbeing is vital during these days of lockdown when everyone is spending more time at home than they might like.

Update on council services

Many council services and venues are now closed to restrict the spread of coronavirus.

North Somerset Council provides services to some of the most vulnerable people in the community, so it will make sure it maintains service levels in critical areas.