Cambridge University Boat Club Backs #CancelCOVID Campaign

Boat Club Presidents have helped launch the #CancelCOVID  messaging by producing a series of videos.

Callum Sullivan, Men's President at Cambridge University Boat Club, said: “As elite rowers, the team must keep fit and healthy so that we can continue to train hard for the Boat Race 2021. With so many students now arriving in Cambridge to start their studies, it's very important that we all follow the rules and wash our hands regularly, keep two metres apart, and wear face coverings. I strongly support the new campaign and really hope others do their bit to help get life back to normal and #CancelCOVID.”

The campaign, which including a ‘pass the hand sanitiser challenge’ video, is to encourage 18-30 year olds to follow government rules to help control the virus. highlights the importance of:

- Washing hands regularly with soap and warm water, or using hand sanitiser
- Keeping distance – staying at least two metres away from those you don’t live with, or where this really isn’t possible, one metre apart whilst taking extra precautions such as wearing a face covering
- Wearing a face covering when travelling on public transport and in shops, supermarkets and libraries, and when moving between classes or lectures at school or college

Dr Liz Robin, Director of Public Health for Cambridgeshire County Council and Peterborough City Council, said: “Coronavirus continues to be a problem for us all, and with the number of new cases rising every day it’s important we all follow the government rules to help slow the spread of the virus and prevent further restrictions to our social lives. I’d like to thank the University of Cambridge Boat Club team members for taking the time to support our campaign and for helping to promote the messaging within their college communities.”