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    'Families under pressure during lockdown'

    Island families are feeling social and financial stress during lockdown, in particular young carers.

    That's according to the health department's Director of Children and Family Services, Debbie Brayshaw, speaking at today's COVID-19 press briefing.

    However, she's confirmed the Department of Education, Sport & Culture has identified those deemed as vulnerable children and is making sure those youngsters are still able to go to school.

    At present, schools are only open for children who're considered vulnerable or whose parents are key workers.

     

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