'Stronger community spirit experienced during lockdown'

Over half of people who took part in a recent survey believe community relations on Island got stronger during lockdown.

That's according to statistics from the government's Coronavirus Household Survey which asked residents for their views on different aspects of life during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The questions included different topics such as medical treatment, financial situations and mental wellbeing with 606 individuals taking part.

When asked what they'd witnessed or experienced during lockdown restrictions on Island, just under 55 per cent said they'd seen a strengthening of community relationships.

Meanwhile, just under 36 per cent said they'd found a better work-life balance whilst around 43 per cent noted they were keeping in touch with family and friends more frequently.