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“Every death from this virus is a tragedy and each of these figures represents another shocking and terrible loss of a family member and friend."

The latest ONS figures showing social care workers are twice as likely to die from COVID-19 than healthcare workers.

“During this pandemic, councils’ role as leaders of place has been more important than ever before.”

Crucial data must be shared with councils to make use of their local knowledge and expertise and ensure vital national efforts to track and trace coronavirus succeed, the LGA warns today.

“Council are leading local efforts to protect communities from coronavirus and will be central to the nation's recovery. We are pleased the Government has announced measures today to allow councils to help the country transition to the new way we will need to travel around, including to and from work."

“Councils are keen to open household waste and recycling centres as soon as practicable."

“Social care is the frontline in the fight against coronavirus and we need to do all we can to shield people in care homes and those receiving care in their own homes."

“Councils are working tirelessly to protect and help those who are most vulnerable during this pandemic."

“Councils want to continue playing a leading role in supporting local communities and the national effort to defeat this disease."

"This funding is good news and will help councils and partner organisations further support child victims of domestic abuse, which can have a long-term and devastating impact on families."