swindon businesses covid

More than 1,200 businesses, including supermarkets, distribution centres and hairdressers, are receiving a Council letter which outlines the important measures they need to continue to follow now the national lockdown restrictions have been lifted. 

The letter from Swindon’s Director of Public Health, Steve Maddern, contains details of what to do if an employee in a workplace has symptoms of or tests positive for COVID-19 to ensure the correct processes are being followed. Reminders to discourage employees from car sharing are also included as well as links to further sources of information and advice.

The council said it continues to support local businesses through the pandemic, offering support and guidance with COVID-19 cases and outbreaks.