I want to share with everyone the most recent letter I have received from the Secretary of State for Health, Matt Hancock. As announced by the Prime Minister, any employee who self-isolates (whether through choice or at their employers request) will be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay from Day 1 of their absence (rather than the usual Day 4). In short, he is clear that no one should be out of pocket for doing the right thing.
Many of you will have heard that tragically there was a death at the Royal Berks tonight from the corona virus. The victim was in her 70s with an underlying health condition. I have just spoken to the Secretary of State for Health and he has assured me the hospital is still safe to use, there is no evidence (at present) that the virus has spread wider in this area than anywhere else. And if you are concerned you may be symptomatic call 111.