Distancing

Hello Steve

Mrs CB is a data analyst and has reviewed all the latest Covid 19 infection data. Her summation is this: if you wish to avoid the virus, stay away from those who are known super carriers such as children, teenagers, users of hospitality outlets and anyone travelling on public transport or where there are dense (in both senses of the word) populations in towns and cities.

I wouldn't trust the government-influenced science or what Our Dear Leader or any of his Peter Principle crew say - they have shown to be making it up on the hoof and that we are very clearly on our own so have to trust our own judgement. I will continue to avoid the Great British Public until the infection rate drops from about 1000 per day to the low double figures per day.

And always wash your hands with soap when you get back indoors, immediately, hand to mouth and nose transmission is a bug's favourite way of getting into us.

Keep safe!

CB

Hi CB , that’s what I was thinking, I would not feel safe being in the general public, I think that a lot of people think Covid is gone and will not adhere to anything, thanks Steve 

I've noticed over the last week or so lockdown has unofficially ended for many. The crowds are back on the streets. I see families visiting each other in numbers and the traffic is back to normal. The courtesy people afforded each other by stepping aside etc. has gone. It seems everyone needs to take care of themselves now and common sense is the way to go. Today, I have been socially distancing on the golf course. Not hard when you spend most of your time in the woods looking for your ball. Best wishes.

Hi, seems that way hope you enjoyed your round of golf , best wishes 

Hello Strummer33

I was giving the old chocolate Labrador his rations this morning when I thought “dogs breakfast” an ideal description of the governments social distancing policy. Ever since Mr Cummings decided to get his eyes tested by driving to Barnard Castle it appears it is ok too disregard the scientific advice. Look at the pictures of the beaches yesterday and the scenes at the recent demonstrations social distancing is being completely ignored.Boris has waved the green flag for us all to carry on regardless in an attempt to get people back to work and children back to school.  I worry the hordes ignoring social distancing could infect NHS nurses, doctors and health workers putting extra burdens on the NHS and cancer treatment and diagnosis.The danger to people like us and second spikes are apparently secondary. I agree with CB and Rily take care of yourself until the virus has diminished or disappeared.

Garviv

I've been using my daughter and family as my 'suppo rt' bubble since my husband was admitted to hospital. HE may be allowed home after the weekend. As I read it, as I will no longer be living alone they are not allowed in the house just when I might need more help not less. What do others think? I think it is a total mess!!!

Provided everyone in the bubble behaves 'as one' I don't see a problem with that. I think it was introduced to help those isolated alone, but surely OK for a couple to be in a bubble with another household.

I'm staying pretty cautious, but we are going to 'bubble' with our son (living alone) so he can come & stay the night.  My brother & I agreed it should be OK for us to meet (socially distanced) in my Mum's house as a neutral venue if needed, while as co-executors we sort her estate.

Hi, I think it’s a total mess , I can’t even understand what the guidelines are anymore , We are so vulnerable do we live in isolation for the rest of our lives or take risks when going out , I feel anxious of the thought of going out 

I think your close family will follow the guidelines, it’s the general public I have no confidence in , 

Hi,I think it’s a complete shambles.Looking at photos of the crowds on Bournemouth beach a second spike of virus seems likely.My next door neighbour has no concept of the rules at all.She has been off travelling staying with family and friends and forming bubbles with multiple households.I have no intention of going out and about and putting mum at risk.We have a young carer coming in to sit with her 3 times a week but she always wears a mask.love Jane x