"It's ok not to feel ok" say Samaritans as Covid-19 Tiers are reviewed in the South
There is a chance that more of the region will face tougher Coronavirus restrictions in the coming days.
The infection rate in North Hampshire remains much lower that in other parts of the Thames Valley but cases are rising. There were 254 new cases in Basingstoke last week, an increase of 81.
One concern is that people in surrounding areas in Tier 4 are visiting the town which is in Tier 2 as more shops and restaurants are open. Meanwhile, many people have been talking about how they are struggling financially and emotionally.
Report by ITV News Meridian's Kerry Swan:
No guests at the Cantley House Hotel in Wokingham and staff have been sent home.
600 people had booked to eat in the restaurant this week, but with less than 24 hours notice Berkshire was moved from Tier Two to Four.
Thomas Tyranowicz, Cantley House Hotel:
Even take away orders are being cancelled at the Robyn's Nest cafe in Warfield. Tier 4 says the owner feels the same as a full lockdown.
Mother, Charlotte Smith, says living under Tier 4 restrictions is damaging family life, threatening her child's development. Charlotte lives in Bracknell with son Frankie.
The Samaritans say 1/5 callers mention Covid-19.
In Reading and elsewhere, volunteers for the Samaritan are preparing to receive calls all over Christmas. Their message - it's ok not to feel ok.
To find out more on how Samaritans can help you this Christmas, click here.
The shadow of Tier 4 is looming over much of the region.
The number of cases of Coronavirus in North Hampshire remains relatively low and Basingstoke is in Tier 2. However, with neighbouring West Berkshire and Surrey in Tier 4, there are concerns that people are coming to Basingstoke to shop and to eat out, increasing the risk of the virus spreading.
We asked people what they thought: