Why we must not forget struggles facing hidden Covid shielders - the YEP says

Our city’s most clinically vulnerable endured weeks on end in the safety of their own homes to protect themselves from the effects of Covid.

Just hours before the country embarked on a second national lockdown guidance was published to advise the “clinically extremely vulnerable” to stay at home at all times, unless they are going out for exercise or a doctor’s appointment.

They are also advised to try to stay two metres away from other people within their household.

But Leeds pensioner Connie Cluderay, who shielded at her home from March to the end of July, says that this time around she feels better prepared both mentally and practically second time around.

For many people like Mrs Cluderay, this is going to be a long month.

So we must ensure that despite being behind closed doors these human shields are not forgotten.

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