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Praise for Ceredigion residents from COVID partnership

The multi-agency partnership set up to tackle the spread of COVID-19 in Ceredigion has praised the population for their efforts in keeping their communities safe over recent months.

The Ceredigion Incident Management Team is a partnership between Hywel Dda University Health Board, Ceredigion County Council, Aberystwyth University, Public Health Wales, Dyfed-Powys Police, the Ceredigion Contact Tracing Team and Aberystwyth Student Union.

Its deputy chair, Barry Rees, said: “We have asked the public to make considerable sacrifices and change the way they live and work, and the people of Ceredigion have responded. I’m very proud of the way people have reacted and protected themselves, their families, their communities and the NHS.

“It’s clear to me that the majority of people are following the guidelines, such as maintaining social distancing and wearing face coverings, and they are to be congratulated for playing their part in tackling this virus.

“This global pandemic has brought people together, and this sense of togetherness has also brought out the best in us in the way that we support and care for each other. Our message to the public is to live your lives, but at the same time remain vigilant, continue to follow the rules and manage the risk.”

As of Tuesday 10th November, the number of COVID cases in Ceredigion is 471 per 100,000 population, which is among the lowest in Wales.

Following the fire-break, the Welsh Government has introduced a new set of national measures, including allowing:

  • two household bubbles to be formed
  • up to 15 people meeting indoors for organised activities
  • up to 30 people meeting outdoors for organised activities
  • The reopening of pubs, bars, restaurants, where Groups of four people from different households are allowed 
  • The reopening of gyms, and other businesses

Full details about the post-firebreak restrictions can be found here.

Anyone who has symptoms of the virus (a new persistent cough, high temperature or loss/change of taste or smell) must book a test as soon as possible. This can be done through the online UK portal at www.gov.wales/coronavirus.

Please ensure when booking that you select the option you need (for example, only book the walk-in centre if you are not able to travel in your own vehicle to the drive through facility). People who attend the walk-in centre must wear a face covering.

Please do not book a test if you do not have COVID-19 symptoms and do not attend testing centres without booking first as you will not be seen without an appointment.