Cases of Indian variant of coronavirus confirmed in Central Bedfordshire
People are being urged to "take extra care to control the spread and prevent a serious outbreak"
It has been confirmed there have been 17 cases of the Indian variant of coronavirus in Central Bedfordshire.
The leader of Central Bedfordshire Council, Councillor Richard Wenham is urging people to "take extra care now to control the spread and prevent a serious outbreak" in the area.
He added that "while infection levels in Central Bedfordshire are not at the same level as Bedford or other areas of the country there is absolutely no room for complacency".
In the last week, the number of new cases of COVID-19 in Central Bedfordshire had risen to 86 by Monday, with final figures still to come, compared with 54 cases the week before.
Cllr Wenham continued:
"Despite the easing of lockdown, we must not drop our guard.
"Hands, face, space remain essential and meeting other people outside remains the safest option.
"If you have to meet up indoors, make sure the place is well ventilated and don’t spend too long inside.
"Another important thing we can all do easily is get tested before you go anywhere you will come into contact with others.
"If you are going to the pub, a friend's house, a restaurant or the gym take a rapid test before you go."