The situation seems to be changing almost by the hour. Even the most basic movements could soon become difficult. On a personal note we are due to go to Liverpool at the end of next week for a five day break but will the trains to get us there and back be running, will the hotels be open and, even if we do get there, will there be any restaurants, museums, shops open?
I think the only thing certain is that things will get worse before they get better.
The country seems to be split into two types of people with regard to the virus
1/ Those with a total disregard for others who think only of themselves and stock pile food etc and generally act in an irresponsible manner and
2/ Those caring people who set out to help and look after everyone.
Let's hope that number 2 bashes number 1 into submission and prove that we have genuinely caring communities - and I firmly believe this is the case.
Hethersett has already shown itself to be a caring village with plenty of people pledging to help the most vulnerable in our society. Yesterday I spoke of local businesses and a scheme to deliver goods to the most needy. Over the past few years of putting Hethersett Herald together I have come across numerous random acts of kindness. The current situation brings out the best in many people and let's hope that continues long after the virus has been kicked into touch.
I have already heard about a number of Hethersett groups and meetings being cancelled but many are still going ahead. I fear that within a couple of weeks Hethersett, along with virtually every other village, town and city in the country, will be in lockdown.