On 16th March 2020, with the Covid 19 lockdown looming, Parish Pals was born, when 42 willing residents stepped up to become community volunteers. Parish Pals came to the aid of their friends and neighbours, particularly supporting those who had to shield or isolate. Twelve months later we are still in lockdown and they are … Read more
Table of Contents Text messages from the national booking system: From this week the national programme will be sending text message invitations to those eligible and for whom their GP has a mobile phone number listed. This is in addition to a letter, which may follow a day or so later, but it is hoped … Read more
Friends Against Scams is a National Trading Standards Scams Team initiative, which aims to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of scams by empowering them to take a stand. Sadly RSM has first hand experience of helping members who have been targeted by criminals in this way and we are pleased to support this … Read more
Our latest Annual Report has been published. It details how RSM is performing and contributing to our community. We thank Adam Miller of Atomicity, who generously designed and produced the report for us. If you would like to receive a copy, please call 01892 853021 or email fiona@rotherfieldstmartin.org.uk and we’ll post a report out to … Read more
Across our local area, vaccination services are preparing to offer second doses. While the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine gives a good immunity to the virus, two doses are needed to have the best chance of full protection. Second doses are being scheduled up to twelve weeks after the first. It is really important … Read more
The NHS COVID-19 Vaccination programme is now open to eligible adult carers. Read the latest information and FAQs for carers about the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in Sussex.
As the COVID-19 pandemic rolls on, increasing attention is placed upon the role of vaccines to reduce the impact of coronavirus, especially amongst the most vulnerable. Healthwatch East Sussex, the local independent health and care watchdog, has launched a survey to capture the direct experiences of people who have been vaccinated, and to better understand … Read more
This last week and this week (w/c 01.03.21) people aged 60 to 64 have started to receive their invitations to book their COVID jab, and some have already received them. Letters are arriving from the national booking service inviting them to visit www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination or call 119 free of charge to arrange their appointment. By following these steps, … Read more
What is the Census? The census is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives us the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales. The information you give helps decide how services are planned and funded in your local area. This could mean things like doctors’ surgeries, housing or new bus routes. … Read more
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has considered the evidence for Phase 2 of the UK’s COVID-19 vaccination programme. JCVI has been asked by the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) to give its advice on the optimal strategy to further reduce mortality, morbidity and hospitalisation from coronavirus (COVID-19) disease. Evidence suggests an age-based approach … Read more
