Small number of hospitality venues in Newquay hit by Covid outbreak
Public health officials say Cornwall is starting to see a sharp rise in case numbers
A small number of hospitality venues in Newquay have been hit by a coronavirus outbreak.
Public health officials in the Duchy say they are aware and all positive cases are self-isolating and contacts are being identified and given appropriate advice.
The venues are working closely with Cornwall Council’s Public Health team and Public Health England (PHE) South West to help prevent further transmission.
No venues have been asked to close.
It comes following a number of small outbreaks in the St Ives, Falmouth and Penryn areas over the past week.
While Covid-19 cases remain relatively low in Cornwall, officials are warning that we are now seeing a sharp rise in case numbers.
They say that this reflects the national picture over the past fortnight, following changes in the Roadmap on 17th May.
“We are working with these venues, Public Health England South West and our NHS partners to provide public health advice and help stop the spread of the virus.
“Our case rates in Cornwall are relatively low compared to the rest of the country, and we need everyone to help us keep it that way. It is vital that people don’t drop their guard as we enter the summer holiday season and we all continue to follow the latest public health guidance, remember ‘hands, face, space and fresh air’, self-isolate when required, and get the vaccine when you’re eligible to do so.
“I would also urge everyone to make twice-weekly testing part of their routine so we can identify cases even when people have no symptoms. Rapid Lateral Flow Tests are free of charge and can be picked up from your local pharmacy or ordered online.
“If anyone does develop symptoms, which include a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss or change to their sense of taste or smell, they should self-isolate straight away and book a test.”
Rachel Wigglesworth, Director of Public Health for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly