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Changing lives?

The coronavirus pandemic has affected everyone and caused many of us to reappraise our priorities and lifestyles. 

People are noticing cleaner air, more wildlife and stronger communities amid lockdown, a survey suggests. 

42% of those polled said how much they value food and other essentials has changed since the pandemic, and almost as many (38%) said they are cooking from scratch more. 

Other changes have seen 51% noticing cleaner air outdoors and 27% believing there’s more wildlife. 

There has been a boost to social bonds too, 40% suggesting there’s a stronger sense of community in their area since the outbreak began, and 39% saying they’re catching up with friends and family more. 

The changes during lockdown, such as cleaner air and a greater value put on food, should be used to guide future policy, experts have urged. 

The call comes as the YouGov survey of 4,343 British adults suggests only 9% want things to revert to ‘normal’ once the outbreak is over. 

More than half (54%) hope they’ll make some changes in their own lives and for the country as a whole to learn from the crisis. 

As Changing Home continue to adapt and work from home and traffic volumes lessen, there may be food for thought about our futures.

In the meantime keeping safe and staying at home are the watchwords.