Social distancing means that our public transport system can only take a fraction of its previous capacity, and increased car usage would only worsen congestion and air quality in the borough. Try to shop as locally as possible, travelling by foot or bicycle. This will also help your local businesses to rebound after losing a lot of income during lockdown.

Find local businesses

• My Virtual Neighbourhood - This currently covers Wimbledon, and we are encouraging businesses in other parts of Merton to list themselves for free.
• Shop Local Merton & Wandsworth Facebook group
• VisitLondon - Because I'm a Londoner
• Facebook Local
• Google Maps
• Yell

See also

• Pay it Forward - The Mayor of London’s 100% free crowdfunding initiative to help businesses survive the lockdown by pre-selling vouchers, goods and services.