Connection Coalition key part of UK Government's major effort to tackle loneliness and social isolation during the coronavirus outbreak

The Government has convened a network of high-profile charities, businesses, organisations and public figures to explore ways to bring people together to build strong community spirit, with a focus on groups at particular risk of loneliness.
How to stay connected when lockdown keeps us apart

Chief Executive of the Jo Cox Foundation, Catherine Anderson, joined Geri Scott, The Yorkshire Post's Westminster Correspondent, on the Pods Own Country podcast to discuss how, in the lockdown imposed by Coronavirus, the Connection Coalition is highlighting the issue of loneliness - and what we can do to make it better.
Coalition established to help people stay connected during pandemic

News of the Connection Coalition launch, including partners such as the Jo Cox Foundation, Mind, Age UK, the British Red Cross, Nesta and Facebook, was covered on Third Sector.
Jo Cox's charity helps launch scheme to tackle loneliness in the lockdown age

A new scheme to build connections and stave off loneliness and isolation in the age of social distancing has been launched with the help of the charity formed in memory of MP Jo Cox, as reported in the Yorkshire Evening Post.
The Jo Cox Foundation Launches the Connection Coalition

A message from Catherine Anderson, CEO of the Jo Cox Foundation, on the short- and long-term impact of the current crisis on social connections in the UK.
Connection Coalition formed to tackle social isolation

Government support for charity sector a valuable first step in helping charities protect the most vulnerable.