JUNIPER GREEN & BABERTON MAINS COMMUNITY COUNCIL 4 NOVEMBER 2020 NEWSLETTER JGBMCC will hold its regular monthly meeting by Zoom call on Wednesday 25 November at 7.30pm. If you wish to join this meeting call please email [email protected] Download the Protect Scotland app here: https://protect.scot/ Information on getting the flu vaccine: https://www.nhsinform.scot/flu#how-to-get-the-flu-vaccine-in- your-area Scottish Govt route through and out of the crisis: protection level 3 update https://www.gov.scot/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-protection-levels/pages/protection-level-3/ Pentlands Book Festival runs online 11-20 November. Details here: http://www.pentlandsbookfestival.org/day%20by%20day.htm If you need to replace your bus pass: https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/public-transport/get-replace-nec/1 Assist with research for coronavirus vaccine: https://www.bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/vaccine-studies/ NHS Lothian is beginning the first steps towards remobilisation of staff and services. Some priority clinics, appointments and diagnostic tests will be gradually resumed. https://news.nhslothian.scot/Pages/default.aspx General advice on Covid-19 and how you can help your community: https://www.readyscotland.org/coronavirus/. Find out more about: helping neighbours, friends and family; how to volunteer; where to find additional support; advice for community groups; shopping responsibly; advice for businesses. Paths for Everyone advice: https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/pathsforeveryone Helpline for those at risk 0800 111 4000 https://www.gov.scot/news/support-for-those-at-high-covid-19- risk/ https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/homepage/10483/information-for-vulnerable-and-high-risk-people Or check NHS Inform for advice on symptoms, social distancing, and more. https://www.nhsinform.scot/ Also here https://www.gov.scot/coronavirus-covid-19/, https://coronavirus.scvo.org/ and http://directory.evoc.org.uk/ . https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs- what-you-can-and-cant-do If you are experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual abuse, Lindsay & Gilmour, Boots, Superdrug and other independent pharmacies offer their consultancy rooms as a Safe Space. Go into any Boots, Superdrug, or independent pharmacy and ask to use their consultancy room. The pharmacist will show you to the Safe Space, with all the specialist domestic abuse support information available for you to access, and you can make that call safely. https://uksaysnomore.org/learn/domestic-violence/ Furlough scheme eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-if-you-could-be-covered-by-the- coronavirus-job-retention-scheme Resources to support mental health/wellbeing https://www.recoverycollegeonline.co.uk/ . People Know How: working with people and communities to address social issues https://peopleknowhow.org/ NHS advice: https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/infections-and-poisoning/coronavirus-covid- 19/your-mental-wellbeing/coronavirus-covid-19-your-mental-wellbeing Skills Development Scotland: advice, support and contact info for individuals, pupils, learners, apprentices, businesses and training and learning providers. https://www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk/ and https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/ If you live in the JGBM area you will have had a note through your letterbox with the name and phone number of a local resident willing to help you with shopping etc. Please contact them if you need assistance, but please always be aware of potential scams and always check ID. If in doubt then email [email protected] and we will endeavour to help you. LOCAL SUPPORT GROUPS: Lend a Hand Baberton Mains and Juniper Green: https://www.facebook.com/groups/146698036593352/ Juniper Green & Baberton Mains CC: https://www.facebook.com/junipergreencouncil/ Balerno Cares: https://www.facebook.com/groups/313991906228362/ Colinton & Bonaly Coronavirus local support network: https://www.facebook.com/groups/633714817416244/ Self Isolation Support Currie: https://www.facebook.com/groups/138878134185553/ Balerno CC: http://www.balerno-communitycouncil.org.uk/coronavirus.html Colinton CC: https://www.facebook.com/ColintonCC/ Currie CC: https://www.facebook.com/Currie-Community-Council-162003307167929/ EMERGENCY GAS ELECTRICITY AND WATER PHONE NUMBERS Gas 0800 111999 Electricity 0800 0929290 National Power Cut Number Tel 105 Water 0800 0778778 LOCAL BUSINESSES/SERVICES STATUS Shop local to support the shops that supported you through lockdown. We try to keep this updated but change is constant so please confirm for yourself. If you have an update on the below or another business/service that you think should be featured, please email to [email protected]. This list focuses on local businesses and those we know will deliver to the area. Added/changed this week: Colinton Pharmacy flu vac; Molly’s dry cleaning service; Lothian Buses; Carlyle’s, Dantes, Kinleith Mill, Osteria Dei Sapori, Riccarton Inn, Spylaw, Tanners all have changed hours of opening. Other changes in bold below. For broader food sources check: • https://occupyd.com/secret-takeaways-in-edinburgh/ • https://www.edinburghsupport.com/food-delivery • https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/2/d/e/2PACX- 1vQC32levLLQNcoMN2VbUB_y8Fnm_fz_9bmv0fuHyAMJTWTTZvB6X4thz1xGpmrbkKbDC5e2vbQSYLsH/ pubhtml?gid=0&single=true&fbclid=IwAR1dD9tm2wVB3z-3wU5M474gOV1j- hq34hhSGTeNnfmNc5lrUrvSd2-tiEc • https://www.theedinburghreporter.co.uk/edinburgh-delivers/ • https://www.edinburghfarmersmarket.co.uk/location/ • https://everythingedinburgh.com/food-delivery-in-edinburgh/ • https://www.edinburghlockdowneconomy.com/ • https://localburgh.com/ • https://www.konect.scot/lockdown-business-directory • https://tasteback.co.uk/ • https://www.tartanspoon.co.uk/home All major supermarket chains are offering enhanced home delivery services. Check their websites. Please also review the government guidance at the top of this newsletter. Download the Protect Scotland app: https://protect.scot/ MASKS ARE MANDATORY IN SHOPS AND MOVING AROUND IN HOSPITALITY VENUES • Al Borgo and Pentland Fry, JG: Al Borgo still assessing position. Pentland Fry open for takeaway, or home delivery service available 4.30-10pm. https://www.facebook.com/alborgos/ 0131 453 3643 • Aldi: open 8am–10pm Mon-Sat, Sun 9am-8pm. Food parcel scheme, and signed up to the Govt voucher scheme supporting children eligible for free school meals. Open 30 mins before Mon-Sat for vulnerable, and on Sun for NHS/Police/Fire Service with ID and Blue Light card holders, and all day everyday take priority ahead of queues. https://www.aldi.co.uk/covid19 • Allingham Solicitors, Colinton: contact via website or 0131 447 9341 http://www.allingham.co.uk/colinton.php • Andante Bakers: deliver this area on Saturdays http://bakeryandante.co.uk/home-delivery • Armstrong’s of Stockbridge (fish): Free delivery within 10 miles, min order £6. Email [email protected] with name, address, postcode, phone number. https://armstrongsofstockbridge.co.uk/ 0131 315 2033 • ASDA Chesser: open 24/7. NHS and care workers priority Mon, Wed, Fri 8-9am, Sun 6-7am. Volunteer Shopping Card a contactless, safe secure way to allow others to shop. https://storelocator.asda.com/scotland/edinburgh/3-new-mart-road 0131 442 6750 • B&Q, Hermiston Gait: open 7am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm Sun, contactless payment only https://www.diy.com/store/1350 0330 123 9243 or 0131 458 3300. Also click and collect. • Balerno Farmers’ Market: Sat 14 Nov, 9am-1pm https://www.facebook.com/balernofarmersmarket/ • Balerno Fry: open for free deliveries 7 days/wk 4-10.30pm at least as far as JG. https://balernofry.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/balernofry Call 0131 476 7204 • Balerno fish van Edwin Collin: Thurs 7am-1.30pm, Scotmid car park. https://www.facebook.com/Edward-Collin-Fishmerchants-762507547122999/ call 07795 363665 • Balerno Inn: closed for the present. Book online https://www.balernoinn.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/thebalernoinn call 0131 202 3220 • Balerno Post Office: open Mon/Wed 10am-5pm, Tue/Thu 10am-12.30pm https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/1048244/balerno • Bank of Scotland, Wester Hailes: open 9.30am-3.30pm Mon-Fri. 0345 602 0000 or 0131 456 9208 https://www.bankofscotland.co.uk/branchfinder/SearchAI.html • Belmont Road Garage, Juniper Green: open. Call to book an appointment 0131 453 3264. https://www.facebook.com/belmontroadgarage/ • Bellissimo Vino: free delivery on orders of £29.99 or over. https://bellissimovino.co.uk/ Call 07709 312705 or email [email protected] • Blossom Tree Café, Currie: open for sit-in or takeaway 9am-3/4pm Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm Sun. Call 0131 241 8302 https://www.facebook.com/blosssomtreecafe/ • Bonaly Store: open 6.30am-6.30pm Mon-Fri, 6.45am-6.30pm Sat, 6.45am-6pm Sun. call 0131 441 7605 • Boots: open. https://www.boots.com/StoreLookupView • C&B News latest issue: http://candbnews.com/current-issue/ • Capital Wholesalers: fresh produce delivered Mondays https://www.capitalwholesalers.com/ • Carlyle’s, Balerno: open for sit-in or takeaway Fri-Sat 10am-6pm 0131 466 8761 https://www.facebook.com/carlylesbarandkitchen/ https://www.carlylesbarandkitchen.com/ • CBJG Virtual High Street: Serves Currie, Balerno, Juniper Green and nearby. With a ‘Virtual High Street’, local businesses can promote products & services, share offers and connect directly with those keen to shop locally and support them. https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbjgvirtualhighstreet/ • Cedar Cottage butchers: will deliver this area Saturdays