Welsh Assembly Government Covid 19 Update – 13th November 2020

13 November 2020       News Headlines A further £15.7m to increase the communications tracking workforce in Wales Health Minister Vaughan Gething has announced a further £15.7m to increase the size of the communications tracking workforce in Wales for the winter – the current workforce will be almost doubled. Chief Medical Officer for Wales welcomes the encouraging news about vaccine, but urges us all to continue to ‘stay safe’ The Chief Medical Officer for Wales has welcomed the news that the COVID-19 vaccine may be ready this year, but has warned that “these are very early days”. Short stop in Wales As the short period of prevention in Wales comes to an end, First Minister Mark Drakeford has asked everyone to think about how they can protect their families from the virus. Chief Medical Officer for Wales welcomes the encouraging news about vaccine, but urges us all to continue to ‘stay safe’ The Chief Medical Officer for Wales has welcomed the news that the COVID-19 vaccine may be ready this year, but has warned that “these are very early days” £3.5m Circular Economy Fund opened to public bodies to support green recovery A new £3.5m round of the Circular Economy Fund to support public bodies to respond after COVID and support green recovery in Wales opens today. Education Minister announces student travel plans for Christmas The universities are working jointly to help students make safer travel arrangements for the end of term. Major new incentives announced for employers to help them recruit apprentices Economy Minister Ken Skates has announced that businesses in Wales will be able to claim up to £3,000 for every new apprentice they recruit who is under the age of 25. An additional £10 million available for arts and culture in Wales “Arts and Culture in Wales must survive this pandemic,” said the Deputy Minister for Culture, Sport and Tourism Partners in North Wales working together to support the region The Minister for the Economy and North Wales said that the Welsh Government and its partners across north Wales continued to work together to support the region as it addresses the serious impact of the pandemic and plans for the future. Coronavirus regulations from 9 November: frequently asked questions Guidance on coronavirus rules will be in place from Monday 9 November. Wales’ approach to qualifications in 2021 confirmed by Education Minister Kirsty Williams Education Minister Kirsty Williams has confirmed how Wales will implement qualifications in 2021, and that there will be no end-of-year examinations for GCSE, AS or A level learners. Minister for Economy, Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates, on the latest Labour Market statistics   Ammanford-based company expands manufacturing as a result of Welsh Government support LSN Diffusion, based in Ammanford and manufacturing specialist powders for use in the engineering sector, is expanding its work and creating new jobs as a result of significant support from the Welsh Government. Self-isolation support scheme You could get a payment of £500 to help if you have lost earnings as a result of having to self-isolate and cannot work from home. Self-isolation: stay-at-home guides for households with potential choronafvirus How to self-isolate and look after yourself in the house if there is a possible coronavirus infection in your home. Statutory sick pay enhancement scheme for COVID-19 Assistance to care workers who are required to stay home from work because of an actual or suspected CASE of COVID-19 or because they have to self-isolate. Statutory sick pay supplement scheme for COVID-19: eligibility check tool Check if you are eligible for the statutory sick pay supplement scheme for COVID-19 for social care staff. Tracking contacts: support for workers and the self-employed Support for people who are self-isolated. Coronavirus after the short suspension period: guidance summary What rules should you follow after the short suspension period. Coronavirus regulations: frequently asked questions Guidelines to protect yourself during the period of the coronavirus and what rules are in place to protect people. Keeping records about staff, customers and visitors: testing, tracking, safeguarding Guidance issued by the Welsh Ministers under regulation 21 of the Health Protection (Coronavirus Restrictions) (No.4) (Wales) Regulations 2020. Application for a coronavirus test (COVID-19) Get tested to find out if you have a coronavirus. Guidelines on leaving your home and seeing other people: coronavirus Guidance on regulation 8 of the Health Protection (Coronavirus Restrictions) (Wales) Regulations 2020. Travellers exempt from Welsh border rules: coronavirus (COVID-19) To explain who will be exempt from the new Welsh boundary rules introduced as a result of the coronavirus. The rules will apply to travellers to the UK from 8 June 2020. Other News Wales’ global reach extends well into the Middle Dwyran Economy Minister Ken Skates has said that the Welsh Government’s new ambassador to the United Arab Emirates plays a key role in strengthening Wales’ presence across the world. Publication of the First Non-Executive Board for Creative Wales The Deputy Minister for Culture, Sport and Tourism, Lord Elis-Thomas has announced the names of the chair and Members of the first Non-Executive Board of Creative Future. Declaration of an All Wales Prevention Zone to protect poultry from Avian Influenza The All Wales Avian Influenza Prevention Zone has been introduced to reduce the risk of infection following recent confirmed outbreaks in England, said Lesley Griffiths, Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs. Appointments to the Welsh Food and Drink Industry Board announced Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths has announced the five new members of the Welsh Food and Drink Industry Board. Businesses must act now to prepare fully for the end of the transition period Economy Minister Ken Skates has written to tens of thousands of businesses in Wales urging them to ensure they take the necessary steps to prepare for the end of the EU transition period. Seek views on a new fund to provide additional support for disabled people to stand for election The Welsh Government has launched a consultation on establishing a new fund to provide additional support for disabled people to apply for elected office in the 2021 And Local Government elections in 2022. ‘We will be with you every step of the way’ – Jeremy Miles, Preparing Wales for the end of the transition period With 50 days left until the end of the transition period, Jeremy Miles today reminded the public that there will be a very significant change next year, regardless of whether there is agreement or not. She also said that the Welsh Government continues to do all it can to try to limit the damage this change will cause to livelihoods in Wales. Legislation, Technical Advice and Statistics Coronavirus legislation and guidance on the law The laws and guidance on these laws were passed in Wales in response to a coronavirus pandemic. Advice on the coronavirus from the Technical Advice Cell Information to help ministers respond to the COVID-19 pandemic in a way that is in the best interests of the people of Wales. Technical Advice Group: review of evidence on children and young people under the age of 18 in pre-school, school or college provision following the short suspension period Review of evidence on children and young people in education after the short suspension period. Statistics and coronavirus-related research (COVID-19) Latest data and analysis on the impact of coronavirus on Welsh society. Promotional Material and Toolkits Safeguarding Wales Promotional material Testing, Tracking and Safeguarding Testing, Tracking and Diogleu promotional material including promotional material for the new NHS COVID-19 app Business Wales Toolkit Practical resources to help employers keep their employees safe in the workplace. Ap COVID-19 y GIG Do you use the NHS COVID-19 app? The app allows you to report symptoms, order a coronavirus test, and register at locations by scanning a QR code. The app does this while protecting your anonymity. If you have already downloaded the app, be sure to use it – the more people who use the app, the greater our chances of reducing the spread of the virus. The app is an important part of our Testing, Tracking, Protection program. COVID Symptoms Study Help us fight coronavirus by reporting on your health on a daily basis, even if you are feeling fine. You can help the NHS in the fight against the coronavirus by completing a daily health survey on the COVID Symptoms Study app. This app is suitable for everyone, not just for the individuals with symptoms. The app will help us understand the symptoms and spread of COVID-19. By answering some quick questions, you can help us plan our response to coronavirus. We will not share your answers beyond the NHS and trusted organisations that work directly with the NHS to respond to the coronavirus. Testing, tracking and safeguarding A campaign is underway to raise public and key worker awareness of the Welsh Government’s Testing, Tracking and Safeguarding strategy. The latest information on the strategy, including guidance for employers, is on the website.  (https://gov.wales/test-trace-protect-coronavirus). Video material has produced to use in campaigns and for stakeholders to share on its channelling. You can download the digital material here and would appreciate it if you would share on your social channels, in order to share information about the Testing, Tracking and Safeguarding strategy.   Information   Education and childcare Guidance on coronavirus for parents, all those working in education and childcare providers     Businesses and employers Support to help businesses and third sector organisations affected by the coronavirus     Health advice Staying at home, self-isolated, supported as an extremely vulnerable person     Health and social care professionals The coronavirus guidance for the NHS and people working in social, community and residential care     Or Guidance for landlords, park homes (mobile) and rough sleeping services during the coronavirus pandemic     Travel Advice on the coronavirus for people returning from a foreign country or planning to travel     Volunteering (third sector) Volunteering during the coronavirus pandemic, support for the third sector     Community services Planning, fire, domestic abuse and sexual violence     Jobs, skills and financial support Help with benefits, staying in work and getting new skills Useful links Welsh Government Public Health Wales Cymru Busnes Look at each other Volunteering Wales   AMDANOM NI A newsletter to provide up-to-date information and advice from the Welsh Government on the Coronavirus (COVID-19). 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