Tower Hamlets is seeing a rise in cases of COVID-19 rise and we need to accept that the situation is once again worsening. Tower Hamlets now has one of the highest levels of COVID-19 in London. As a second rise in infections hits us, we must take all steps necessary to limit the spread of the virus and protect those most at risk.
Last week, the government announced new measures in an effort to control the virus. While the virus is a threat to everyone, we know it has a higher impact on older and medically vulnerable residents, as well as on some Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We also know that young people are catching and spreading the virus in growing numbers.
The diverse communities in Tower Hamlets are what make our borough great, but it also means Tower Hamlets is at greater risk. Many cases of Covid-19 in Tower Hamlets are as a result of residents visiting other households, and Tower Hamlets Council is urging all residents to not do this unless absolutely necessary.
Every single one of us must play our part to protect our communities and stop the virus spreading. This really is a matter of life and death and we need to act urgently.
The next few months will be very challenging. Without a vaccine or more effective treatment, our primary weapon against the virus is responsible behaviour. Measures to curb the spread of the virus will only work if people follow them.
If you haven't already, please download the NHS COVID-19 app now. The more of us who use the app, the more power we'll have to contain the virus locally and nationally.
Please do your bit to keep Tower Hamlets safe.
