Warm Spaces In England: Toolkit For Organisations – Reminder
The UK Health Security Agency recently published Warm spaces in England: an evidence review and toolkit for organisations. This provides a framework for organisations, including councils, seeking to develop or evaluate a warm space for their local population during the winter.
HSE Guidance On Working In Cold Conditions
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has guidance on how to protect workers in low temperatures. The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations require employers to provide a reasonable indoor temperature in the workplace.
Help For Households: Affordable Days Out Campaign
The Help for Households campaign was set up in response to the rising cost of living to raise awareness of the government support available to the public. As part of this campaign, the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is promoting affordable days out for the public, with a focus on reaching lower income families.
Public Sector Equality Duty: Guidance For Public Authorities
The Government Equalities Office has published guidance for all public authorities, including councils, regarding the Public Sector Equality Duty in their policies, programmes and services.
Families, Business And Industry To Get Energy Efficiency Support
The government has announced that around a million homes will be made warmer, and hundreds of businesses supported, as £6 billion of funding is allocated to cut energy use and bills.
Help For Unpaid Carers This Winter
Winter and the Christmas period can be a challenging time for people supporting a family member or friend due to illness, disability, frailty or addiction. Find out about free services and support to people caring for another adult.
Winter Health Check – Advice from Communities Prepared
Take a moment for a winter health check. Ensure you’re well-prepared for the colder months with our top tips for winter wellness.