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Safer sleeping with your baby
If you are a parent, step parent or carer of an infant, there are a few simple steps outlined in this guide to help reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
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Free sanitary products in leisure centres to tackle period poverty
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has joined forces with Hey Girls to tackle period poverty in the borough.
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Funding for the Stay Warm Stay Safe scheme expands to help support more residents
Through Greenwich Supports, we're putting an additional £150,000 into our Stay Warm Stay Safe scheme to protect as many people as possible this winter.
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Royal Greenwich recognised for work tackling food poverty
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has been recognised for its efforts to tackle food insecurity in a new report by London Food Link.
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From 20 a day to 26.2 miles
This year's Stoptober celebrates its 10th anniversary and the estimated two million smokers who have so far used the campaign moment to make a quit attempt.
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£5m Community Support Fund to boost COVID-19 recovery
Royal Borough of Greenwich has agreed to invest £5million to improve community facilities and support residents as the country recovers from COVID-19.
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Our commitment to supporting the roll out of COVID-19 vaccines
A letter to Nadhim Zahawi MP, Minister for COVID Vaccine Deployment from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Danny Thorpe
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Major incident declared in London due to spread of COVID-19
Statement from the Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe
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Mass COVID-19 testing for secondary pupils and staff
Mass COVID-19 testing will be available to secondary school children and staff in the Royal Borough of Greenwich before their return to school in January.
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Royal Greenwich Together for Winter
Local community groups, businesses and the Council are working together to provide support for people who might be struggling over the Christmas holiday period (and beyond).
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New healthy eating options in Plumstead
A new project is being trialled with three food retailers in Plumstead High Street to make healthy food more affordable so that people can get more for their money.
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Get Championing!
We’re seeking community spirited people to join a team of champions in helping to share key information and advice about coronavirus.
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Keeping Greenwich Safe Through Test and Trace
“Just like the first lockdown, it’s really important that people know help is available whenever they need it," said Cllr Danny Thorpe.
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New coronavirus testing centre opens in Eltham
Tested has just got easier with the new COVID-19 testing Centre at the University of Greenwich’s Avery Hill campus.
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Let’s keep Greenwich safe
This winter we all need to do our bit to keep Greenwich safe.
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New social distancing rules from 14 September
The government has announced new social distancing rules, effective from Monday 14 September, to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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Help shape the Health and Care Services Recovery Plan
We’re calling on residents throughout Royal Greenwich to help shape the Health and Care Services Recovery Plan by telling us what you think about Greenwich’s health and care services.
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I stopped smoking to give me and my baby the best chance
"The Stop Smoking Specialist phoned me twice a week and sent motivational texts which helped keep me on track."
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COVID-19: The importance of testing
We are supporting and protecting the most vulnerable residents in Royal Greenwich.
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Shielding guidance to be relaxed in stages from today
As COVID-19 infection rates continue to fall, it’s great news for over two million clinically extremely vulnerable people shielding from coronavirus.
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Kindness matters: Pass the Time
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) and this year’s theme is kindness.
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Kindness matters: How the Community Hub is making a difference
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) and this year’s theme is kindness.
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Kindness matters
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) and this year’s theme is kindness. Kindness to yourself and to others.
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Minutes silence
Each year on 28 April, trade unions around the world unite to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day.
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Now more than ever, every mind matters
Looking after your mental wellbeing is just as important as looking after your physical wellbeing, especially during the COVID-19 crisis as we stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.
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Have a happy and at-home Ramadan
The holy month of Ramadan, which takes place in the UK from the evening of Thursday 23 April and ends in the evening of Saturday 23 May, is one of the most important months in the Islamic calendar.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): First confirmed case in Royal Greenwich
The first case of COVID-19 in the Royal Borough of Greenwich was confirmed on Monday 9 March.
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Leader’s blog: building a fairer greener Greenwich
It’s been a busy week here at the Town Hall, which has mainly focused on setting the budget.
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Play Streets
Kids (and adults!) can reclaim their streets for a few hours and have fun outdoors.
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Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)
How to prevent the spread of Coronavirus
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Flu Vaccines
Have you had your flu vaccination this year? Flu is unpredictable and can be serious and even deadly for older adults, very young children, and people with underlying health conditions.
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Eat the best of London's Food this Urban Food Fortnight
Celebrate London’s wonderful food on our doorstep during this year’s Urban Food Fortnight, running from 19 September to 6 October.
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Become dementia inclusive this World Alzheimer’s Month
As September marks World Alzheimer’s Month, we're encouraging residents, local businesses and community groups to become more aware and accommodating of the needs of people with dementia.
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Good Food in Greenwich needs you!
Good Food in Greenwich are recruiting community food champion volunteers.
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Stamping out illegal tobacco in Royal Greenwich
We're highlighting how criminals are reaping in over £100 million a year from London’s trade in illegal tobacco, and undermining efforts to support smokers to quit, as part of Stamp It Out London.
