October 09, 2020 - 1560 views
Localised lockdown in Conwy and Denbighshire will continue as a result of increased cases of COVID-19 says Welsh Government today. Conwy recorded 30 new cases in the past day.
Restrictions on movement which prohibits travel outside the county areas will also remain despite immense pressure from community leaders and tourism chiefs concerned about the impact these restrictions are having on local tourism and hospitality in particular.
However children will be allowed to leave areas under local lockdown after claims that thes restrictions were damaging to young people's mental and physical health.
In Wales, 766 new cases of the virus have been recorded with 151 in North Wales. Wrexham and Flintshire had 34 new cases each with Conwy experiencing a surge.
There have also been 20 cases in Denbighshire, 29 in Gwynedd and 4 on Anglesey.
Dr Robin Howe, Incident Director for the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak response at Public Health Wales, said:
“As we approach World Mental Health Day tomorrowwe are reminding everyone of the importance of checking in on family and friends who may be struggling even if this can’t be done face to face due to local restrictions in many areas, just picking up the phone can make a big difference to someone’s day.
“A recent Public Health Wales survey revealed that more than one in five (21 per cent) of people have been worrying a lot about their mental health, with 55 per cent of those with children in the house also worrying a lot about their children’s wellbeing.
“There are resources to support mental health and wellbeing from the How Are You Doing campaign at www.phw.nhs.wales/howareyoudoing. If you have serious concerns for your mental health please do contact your GP.”
“Please don’t delay in booking a test if you or a member of your household develop symptoms, however mild such as a cough, fever or change in sense of taste or smell. You must book a test for Coronavirus promptly to help control the spread of infection. Visit www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test or call 119. Tests are free, there is no charge.
“You and your household must self-isolate while waiting for the result of your test, and comply with any restrictions in the event of a positive result. If you test positive for Coronavirus should continue to self-isolate for 10 days. Other household members, including those who do not have any symptoms, must stay at home and not leave the house for 14 days."
