Shielding was introduced to protect the most vulnerable in our communities from coronavirus (Covid-19) and although some restrictions in relation to the pandemic have been lifted, the Scottish Government recently announced an extension to the shielding period, which is now until at least the end of July 2020.
The purpose of the extension is to continue to protect those most at risk from coronavirus. Some changes to the shielding advice were also announced, including being able to go outside to exercise from Thursday 18 June 2020 if it is safe to do so.
If you have received a letter to advise you to continue to shield until end of July, this means that you are not required to and cannot attend work at this time. If you can, you should continue to work from home.
We would like to reassure all of you who are shielding that we understand this can be an anxious time and that there is support available to you. If you have any questions or concerns about shielding and what this means for you, or if you would like any wellbeing support, please contact either of the following:
Anne Marie Cunningham
Team Leader – HR Operations
Email: annemarie_cunningham@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Telephone: 0141 574 5535
or
Shona Diack
Wellbeing & Attendance Improvement Adviser
Email: shona.diack@eastdunbarton.gov.uk
Telephone: 0141 777 3311
We understand that this can be a difficult and anxious time for everyone and we are committed to supporting all of our employees during the challenges and impacts of coronavirus (Covid-19). We would remind all employees that the Employee Assistance Programme remains available and full details can be found in the Support for Employees section in the Employee Zone of the Council webpage coronavirus covid 19 employees
Any concerns can also be raised at any time through your line manager.
Thank you
Ann Davie
Depute Chief Executive – Education, People & Business