Tan Dhesi MP for Slough

My best wishes to you all for a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. As we come to the end of this year, it’s time to reflect on what has been an extremely difficult 2020.

My heartfelt condolences to anyone who has lost a loved one to this deadly virus, as many of us sadly have across our local Slough community, and hope for normality and positivity for 2021, as the vaccine is rolled out.

Although this year has been incredibly tough, it truly has shown what a wonderful community we have. So many have volunteered to help the vulnerable in this time of crisis – buying shopping for those shielding, sharing important public health information, or supporting those struggling to make ends meet. You’re truly the best of us. We all must continue to remember the power of community and how much stronger we are when we work together.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the tireless work of all public sector and key workers, including teachers, NHS and care staff, council workers, postmen and women, transport workers and many, many more. You have been keeping Slough and the country going through this crisis and will continue to do so over the festive period.

I think we’ll all appreciate what we have more than ever after this year, making this time of year more special than usual, whether you’re celebrating Christmas or not. Remember to stay safe and ensure you follow the public health guidance to protect each other and our NHS.