Latest news from Bolton Council including updates on our response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Covid-19 vaccinations rolled out to 18 and over
The Covid-19 vaccine is now available for adults aged 18 and over.
Here’s a round up of where you can get the vaccine over the weekend.
Cambrian Business Park has now been added to the available sites.
You’ll need to make an appointment for some sites, all the details are below:
Let’s get tested Bolton
Along with vaccination, testing is key to stopping the spread of coronavirus.
Free, regular, rapid coronavirus tests (Lateral Flow Tests) are available to pick up at Mobile Testing Units
LFT kits are available at the following sites over the next few days:
Cambrian Business Park
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 June 10am – 4pm. The vaccination bus will also be here. No appointment needed.
Victoria square
Thursday 17 June 10am – 4pm
Friday 18 June 10am – 4pm
Monday 21 June 12pm – 6pm
Tuesday 22 June 10am – 4pm
You can also collect test kits from local pharmacies.
“Bolton must continue this mammoth effort”: Health chief’s plea for everyone to take two home COVID tests a week
One of the UK’s leading public health experts has urged Bolton residents to keep up their tremendous efforts in combating COVID-19, by taking two home tests a week.
Dr Jenny Harries, Chief Executive of UK Health Security Agency, visited Bolton last week to learn how the community responded to a recent spike in cases of the virus’ Delta variant.
Bolton urged to remain patient over roadmap delay
Residents and businesses in Bolton have been urged to remain patient following the government decision to delay Step 4 of the roadmap for lifting COVID-19 restrictions.
Bolton Council working to ensure iconic triathlon is COVID-safe
Bolton Council is putting measures in place to ensure next month’s IRONMAN UK event is COVID-secure and safe for everyone to enjoy.
The triathlon, which usually attracts athletes from around the world, will take place in Bolton and the surrounding area on Sunday, July 4.
Discover the magical stories at Smithills Hall
There’s still time to enjoy the new Magical Stories Extra Fun Sessions at Smithills Hall.
Accompanied by a member of the Bolton Museum Team, you’ll follow a trail, find clues along the way and work out which story you’ll hear on the day.
Each house holds a magical story. When you reach the right house, you can join in with the interactive story telling.
At the end of the session, you’ll take a craft home with you - perhaps a Gingerbread Man to ice or a key ring to decorate.
The sessions are on every weekend until the end of June. Cost is £8 per child over 3-years-old (adults are free but one adult per group only).
Numbers are limited so book ahead online.