Essex moved to Tier 2 restrictions on Saturday 17 October. You can find out what this means and get other useful information on our coronavirus updates page.

If your income has been affected by coronavirus and you need help with your rent or paying your Council Tax, we want to provide you with some information to help you at this difficult and uncertain time. You can read more on our coronavirus updates page. You should also be aware of coronavirus scams. For more wide-ranging advice regarding your finances, you may find this Money Navigator Tool helpful.