Over the last few days, my team and I have been dealing with a very large caseload ranging from residents being stuck in far-flung parts of the world to businesses seeking clarification of the measures that our Chancellor has announced. Just to give you all an idea about the volumes, between the first Withdrawal Agreement vote and the General Election (around a year) we had 1170 new contacts regarding the deal (and several hundred other Brexit related contacts), over the last week we have had 660 on Covid-19. My team and I are working around the clock to get information out to everyone and ensure we have helped as many people in any way we can.
I always knew that Cornwall’s residents were kind but over the last two weeks, we have seen all kinds of local activity to support those who are vulnerable or at risk. The government are quite rightly trying to shield those who are in the at-risk groups and our communities are pulling together to support them as well. I was immensely proud last evening to take part in the 8 pm clap for our fantastic NHS workers and care staff, they are out there doing their job under the most intense pressure to keep our health system in Cornwall at full capacity.
I travelled back to Cornwall late on Tuesday evening and we have thus far avoided the virus in our household, I know others haven’t been as lucky. As I write this today I understand that both the Prime Minister and the Health Secretary Matt Hancock have both tested positive for the virus. We have an incredible team at the top of government right now, and I am sure that many of you will have been impressed with our fantastic Chancellor Rishi Sunak.
The speed with which the government are moving on supply chains, business and employment support and new social measures is unprecedented.
Politics can wait at the moment, I have a very simple message for you all.
Stay safe.
Scott
