Vaccine sees 'week of hope' in Norfolk, council leader says
Andrew Proctor says there's light at the end of the tunnel
**** The rollout of the COVID vaccine has led to a week of hope in Norfolk.
Leader of Norfolk County Council, Andrew Proctor, says seeing the first vaccinations have shown there is a light at the end of th tunnel.
He says it's hugely important.
Cllr Andrew Proctor, Chair of the Local Engagement Board and Leader of Norfolk County Council, said:
“This has been a week of hope in Norfolk, as we’ve seen the first vaccinations taking place to much celebration. I’m sure the people of Norfolk are hugely grateful for the efforts of local NHS and social care staff who are working so hard to get the vaccine to the most vulnerable.
“Sadly, we are by no means at the end of this pandemic though. The people of Norfolk have worked so hard to protect each other and we have to keep going and not get complacent.
“Christmas is fast approaching, and rules will be relaxed for five days, so we need to think about our actions now so that we can reduce the risk as much as possible over the festive period. Do not forget that regardless of this relaxation, the Tier Rules – currently Tier 2 – still apply.
“Please do keep supporting our local businesses and enjoying the build up to Christmas but do this in a safe way – keep making space, observe social distancing, cleaning your hands and wearing a mask”. We can still celebrate but we need to do it differently this year."