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The Covid-19 EMERGENCY in Buckinghamshire continues, although the school holidays have slightly lowered infection levels. As of 9 April, 1 in every 16 people in Bucks has Covid-19. There has been NO big fall in infections and the risk of meeting an infected person remains CRITICALLY HIGH.

BuDS urges everyone to be Covid-Cautious and keep taking sensible precautions against catching Covid. Wear a FFP2 or N95 filter mask in public places, breathe clean air, avoid crowds and busy places, work from home if you can, and protect your older and vulnerable relatives and friends.

Remember, Covid-19 is NOT like the flu or a cold. It matters if you catch Covid. Covid-19 is medically proven to cause widespread organ damage and long-term illness in millions of people, which the flu has never done. Even if you have manageable Covid illness at home, the longer-term effect on you and your future could be devastating. Taking sensible precautions is in your own best interest, especially if you are disabled, have medical conditions, or are an older person.

Fair4All Events – Get Involved!

April 13, 2022April 13, 2022 Ben Clark

Fair4All Events makes large public events more accessible and inclusive for all disabled people, and has Buckinghamshire’s only stock of accessible and inclusive children’s games and activities. It is a voluntary project, and relies on help from a big team of volunteers. Could you help us? Read on for more.

Covid-19 Risk Assessment Week Ending 11th April 2022

April 11, 2022April 13, 2022 Ben Clark

The Covid-19 EMERGENCY in Buckinghamshire remains critically dangerous. ONS data shows that, as of 19 March, 1 in every 14 people in Bucks has Covid-19.

BuDS urges everyone to be Covid-Cautious and keep taking sensible precautions against catching Covid-19. Wear a FFP2 or N95 filter mask in public places, breathe clean air, avoid crowds and busy places, work from home if you can, and protect your older and vulnerable relatives and friends.

Remember, Covid-19 is NOT like the flu or a cold. It matters if you catch Covid-19. Covid-19 is medically proven to cause widespread organ damage and long-term illness in millions of people, which the flu has never done. Even if you have manageable Covid illness at home, the longer-term effect on you and your future could be devastating. Taking sensible precautions is in your own best interest, especially if you are disabled, have medical conditions, or are an older person.

Hepatitis in Children and Covid-19

April 8, 2022April 8, 2022 Ben Clark

The UKHSA is warning everyone about the rise of cases of hepatitis in young children, that potentially could be linked to Covid-19. Read on for more.

PIP Criteria Change On Washing And Bathing Safely

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 Ben Clark

The Department of Work and Pension has decided to review some PIP claims made by deaf or hearing-impaired people on or after 21^st of August 2020. This is due to a change in PIP law relating to washing or bathing safely. Read on for more.

Covid-19 Risk Assessment Week Ending 4th April 2022

April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 Ben Clark

The Covid-19 EMERGENCY in Buckinghamshire continues to get worse. ONS data shows that, as of 19 March, 1 in every 12 people in Bucks has Covid-19 – over 45,000 people in the County! This is the highest number of infected people ever seen in the County.

Finding The Right School For Your Child

April 1, 2022April 1, 2022 Ben Clark

Finding the right school for your child can be very difficult, especially if they have special educational needs. To assist you with this, BuDS’ Fair4All Education team has put together a checklist for you to take to schools when you visit. This checklist is intended to help you discover the key information you should know about each school, prompt you as to what questions to ask, and aid you in comparing different schools so you can be sure you have made the right decision for your child.

Support with Energy Bill Price Cap Increase

March 31, 2022April 6, 2022 Ben Clark

Claim the energy Council Tax rebate: Households across England are being urged to contact their local council to set up direct debits, in order to receive a one-off energy rebate of £150.
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On April 1st 2022, there will be an increase to the Government price cap on most people’s energy bills. This means energy bills will rise by a massive 54%. That means that a bill of £100 per month would become £154 per month. We’ve put together some useful information how you can get help towards these higher costs.

Delays In Repealing The Vagrancy Act (1824)

March 29, 2022April 1, 2022 Ben Clark

The Government have delayed their plan to decriminalise street homelessness and rough sleeping. Read on for more.

Sick Pay Rebate Scheme

March 29, 2022March 29, 2022 Ben Clark

Since 17 March, you can’t claim statutory sick pay or Employment & Support Allowance (ESA) if you (or someone in your household) need to self-isolate because of Covid-19. Also from 17 March, statutory sick pay only starts from the 4^th day after you got too ill to work. Read on for more.

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