Sources of Information about COVID-19

Use the links below to view more information about the ongoing Coronavirus emergency. 

CENTRAL GOVERNMENT ADVICE

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL COVID-19 COMMUNITY HUB 

Helpline 033022 27980 (lines open 08am til 8pm seven days per week)

EXTREMELY VULNERABLE
Information for people whose immune systems means they are at higher risk. 

 

NHS SUSSEX COIVD INFORMATION 


APPLY FOR TEST
If you have coronavirus symptoms and you're a key worker, someone who has to leave home to work or aged 65+ you can apply for a test.  

FREE SCHOOL MEALS
More information for those in receipt of free school meals. 

EDUCATION
Information for parents and carers on the closure of educational facilities. 

DOMESTIC ABUSE HELP
Support for victims of domestic abuse. Helpline: 08082 000247

HOMELESSNESS 

Homeless support charity, Turning Tides has increased its outreach provision in Mid Sussex. Contact Amy on 07851 249561 or email rebecca.sowerby@turning-tides.org.uk

HOUSING BENEFITS
The housing benefit department can still be contacted by phone: 01444 477264 or email: benefit@midsussex.gov.uk

IF YOU CAN'T PAY YOUR BILLS BECAUSE OF COVID-19
The Citizens Advice Bureau has produced a guide to help. 


SOUTHERN RAIL
Changes to train services.

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL REGISTRATION
These offices are now open by appointment only.   For more information visit https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/find-my-nearest/registration-office/details/api/type/registrationoffice/view/haywards-heath-registration-office 

HAYWARDS HEATH TOWN COUNCIL: SERVICES DURING COVID-19
The Town council is now open between our normal hours and operate a strict Covid secure policy following Government Guidelines. We are here to help you via telephone: 01444 455694 or 07384 289668 or email: town.clerk@haywardsheath.gov.uk. We provide regular COVID-19 updates on our Facebook page or via the Town Council website. 

MID SUSSEX DISTRICT COUNCIL: SERVICES DURING COVID-19
Garden Waste collections have now resumed. Bulky and Electrical Household Waste collection service has also now resumed. 

SUPPORT FOR BUSINESSES

There is a new HMRC helpline to help businesses concerned about paying their tax due to coronavirus (COVID-19). Up to 2,000 experienced call handlers are available to support businesses and individuals when needed. The new number is 0800 024 1222.