Coronavirus: London's commuter towns see sharp rise in benefit claims: Image caption London's commuter towns have seen the highest rate of people moving onto Universal Credit since the coronavirus lockdown began, BBC research has found. Guildford, Stevenage and Hemel ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. UK house prices hit new record high after 'surprising' post-lockdown spike: Average cost of home jumps 1.6 per cent to £241,604 in July as housing market picks up pace House prices … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: London’s commuter towns see sharp rise in benefit claims – Lockdown News
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SA records 8 307 new COVID-19 cases
As of Thursday, South Africa recorded 8 307 new cases and 306 more COVID-19 related deaths. Of the additional fatalities, 78 are in KwaZulu-Natal, 75 in Gauteng, 66 in the Eastern Cape, 46 in the Western Cape, 23 in the Free State and 18 in the Northern Cape. This brings the death toll to 9 604, while 538 184 people contracted the virus since the first case reported on 5 March. “The number of recoveries currently stands at 387 316, which translates to a recovery rate of 72%,” Health … [Read more...] about SA records 8 307 new COVID-19 cases
Could the ‘Cummings Effect’ hamper efforts to tackle a second coronavirus wave? – Lockdown News
Could the ‘Cummings Effect’ hamper efforts to tackle a second coronavirus wave?: The 300-mile quest undertaken by the prime minister’s chief adviser has clearly not been forgotten, writes Sean O'Grady, but will it mean the public is less likely to adhere to the rules? Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. UK motorists overcharged for fuel during pandemic, analysis shows: Average profit margins rose from 10p per litre to 18p after nationwide lockdown introduced in March, says consumer … [Read more...] about Could the ‘Cummings Effect’ hamper efforts to tackle a second coronavirus wave? – Lockdown News
Government committed to dealing with corruption
Cabinet has reaffirmed its commitment to building a capable, ethical and developmental state as allegations of corruption related to funds associated with the country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic have surfaced. “It supports the recent call by President Cyril Ramaphosa for law-enforcement agencies to do whatever they can to arrest those involved in corruption, irrespective of who they are and ensure they recover the looted funds,” said Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald … [Read more...] about Government committed to dealing with corruption
Ramaphosa on Corruption During Lockdown
Editor - Just yesterday I was casting my cynical aspersions on just how corruption in South Africa is "solved" by our ruling elite: 'Comrades' rape the fiscus Public points out the raping and pillaging Pillaging is denied whilst the 'Johnny Come Latelies' enter the fray and suck gravy The 'person who is most trusted' (in this time, President Ramaphosa) tells us that this heinous crime will be stopped Crimes are investigated and committees established to investigate The … [Read more...] about Ramaphosa on Corruption During Lockdown
Municipalities held to account over mismanagement
The Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) has resolved to call all municipalities and provincial governments to appear before the committee in order to deal decisively with corruption and mismanagement of municipalities. Committee chairperson Faith Muthambi said the committee will start with municipalities whose executive leaders currently serve on the national leadership of the South African Local Government Association (SALGA). Muthambi emphasised … [Read more...] about Municipalities held to account over mismanagement
National Treasury halts emergency procurement of PPE
National Treasury Director-General Dondo Mogajane says an instruction will be issued to government departments across all spheres to halt the emergency procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE) as the State tightens the lid against corruption. At a joint virtual meeting of the National Assembly and National Council of Provinces Finance Committees on Wednesday, Mogajane said the demand and supply of PPE had somewhat eased compared to the early stages of the outbreak. “[PPE is] … [Read more...] about National Treasury halts emergency procurement of PPE
Coronavirus: Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit Barry Island – Lockdown News
Coronavirus: Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit Barry Island: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have heard how businesses and families have struggled in the pandemic during a visit to south Wales. The royal couple were at Barry Island which is home to TV comedy ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Greed Is Dead — the problematic rise of the individual: But for economists Paul Collier and John Kay, there is a deeper cause: the rise of an extreme individualism at the expense of … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit Barry Island – Lockdown News
Coronavirus UPDATES: Aberdeen lockdown means pubs and restaurants must close by 5pm – Lockdown News
Coronavirus UPDATES: Aberdeen lockdown means pubs and restaurants must close by 5pm: New coronavirus lockdown laws carrying fines of up to £3,200 come into effect in parts of the northern England from midnight tonight. Areas including Manchester, parts of east Lancashire and West ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Coronavirus: Sweden's economy hit less hard by pandemic: Sweden, which avoided a lockdown during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, saw its economy shrink 8.6% in the … [Read more...] about Coronavirus UPDATES: Aberdeen lockdown means pubs and restaurants must close by 5pm – Lockdown News
Tourism announces beneficiaries of Tourism Relief Fund
Tourism Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, has made public the list of small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) who benefited through the much-needed Tourism Relief Funding. The R200 million Tourism Relief Funding has successfully supported 4 000 businesses that were negatively affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “Many of the business have utilised the fund to subsidise expenses towards fixed costs, operational costs, supplies and other pressure costs items,” said the … [Read more...] about Tourism announces beneficiaries of Tourism Relief Fund
Coronavirus: Why are we looking at the ‘R number’ in Wales? – Lockdown News
Coronavirus: Why are we looking at the 'R number' in Wales?: If infections continues to fall, Tac is also looking at the number of new cases and GP reports will become "more important" than using the R number as a primary indicator. The R number in Wales is ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. TfL launches free journey planning app: During coronavirus lockdown, Tube use fell 95 per cent and bus journeys were down 85 per cent in the capital. But as restrictions ease and more people … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: Why are we looking at the ‘R number’ in Wales? – Lockdown News
Inside Port Elizabeth’s COVID-19 Testing Facility
https://youtu.be/6SlDGawcEi8 After the handover of R10 Million of Coronavirus PPE Equipment to the National Health Laboratory Services in Buckingham Road, Port Elizabeth selected people were allowed a quick tour of the facility where testing takes place. See: http://mype.co.za/new/protective-equipment-handed-over-to-department-of-health-for-frontline-workers-at-hospitals-and-clinics/137217/2020/08/ for more info. The VWSA driven donation included: 50 000 N95 personalised masks … [Read more...] about Inside Port Elizabeth’s COVID-19 Testing Facility
Workplace bullying and sick leave during COVID-19
If your workplace has turned rather hostile due to COVID-19 panic, you’re not alone. Although sickness in the workplace is not uncommon, the strict guidelines in place to reduce transmission of COVID-19 and constant news updates on the spread of the disease, can make people hyper-aware and even suspicious of their co-workers’ health. Gawie Cillié, employment relations expert and lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB), says the alarming rate of infections could … [Read more...] about Workplace bullying and sick leave during COVID-19
Urgent answers sought over SANDF medical supply donations to Cuban government
Dear MyPE The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls on the Department of Defense and Military Veterans to clarify the South African Defense Force (SANDF) donations of “medical material supplies” to the Cuban government. The ANC government has yet again used millions in public money to seemingly benefit the Cuban government. At the beginning of South Africa’s Covid-19 emergency relief efforts, it came to light that the government would fork out almost half a billion on Cuban doctors to assist in … [Read more...] about Urgent answers sought over SANDF medical supply donations to Cuban government
Protective equipment handed over to Department of Health for frontline workers at hospitals and clinics
VWSA assists NHLS to boost testing capacity in the Metro Thomas Schaefer - the new Global CEO for SKODA Auto Port Elizabeth - To better equip the healthcare facilities in Nelson Mandela Bay in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has provided protective gear to the provincial Department of Health for frontline workers at healthcare institutions across the metro. The personal protective equipment (PPE), which was handed over to Department today, … [Read more...] about Protective equipment handed over to Department of Health for frontline workers at hospitals and clinics
