We know that this is a challenging time for all. My office is continuing to offer advice and support to constituents at this time. We are here to support you and you can get in touch with any queries by calling: 028 9099 6066 or by emailing me at: [email protected]

I will also continue to post regular updates via my social media accounts:

• Twitter: @ClaireHanna
• Facebook: @ClaireHannaSDLP

Lockdown Advice

As of 12th May the Executive has published a five step plan for slowly moving out of the lockdown. You can view the guidance, including what stage of the plan we are at in Northern Ireland, here.

• COVID-19 Government Advice
• Shielding is due to be paused from 31st July, for more info click here

 

COVID-19 helpline

Open 9am-5pm 7 days per week to assist those in vulnerable groups to access information, advice & guidance in relation to COVID-19.

Call: 0808 802 0020
Text ACTION to 81025
Email: [email protected]

• Access other helpline numbers here

 

Local Community Help

• Pharmacies in South Belfast
• Forward South Partnership Helpline: 07394 569 155
• For referrals to Breda & Rosario Foodbank and South Belfast Foodbank contact my office on: 07534748728

Health

• Advice on what to do if you think you have Coronavirus
• Public Health Agency advice on preventing the spread of COVID-19
• Everyone over the age of five in Northern Ireland, with symptoms, is now eligible for testing

 

Support for Businesses & Employees

• Quick guide to available support
• More information on available schemes

 

Benefits and Social Security Updates

Vast majority of Universal Credit payments due to happen on time, despite influx in applications

• If you are already receiving benefits click here 
• New claimants click here

 

Housing

• General information and updates here
• If you are homeless or being told you must leave your home click here
• Advice for NIHE & housing association tenants here
• Advice for homeowners here
• Advice for private renters here

 

 

Education & Students

• For the latest information from the Department of Education, including on reopening of schools, click here
• For info on the DE free Wifi scheme click here
• For alternative examination arrangements click here
• Free School Meals are being extended into the summer, for more info click here
• Full time students facing financial hardship as a result of Covid-19 may be entitled to apply for the Discretionary Support Fund