No changes to Coronavirus rules in Wales- but Covid pass extension still on table if case rates rise

First Minister has confirmed there will be no changes to coronavirus rules following the latest 21-day review.

Wales will remain at alert level zero, which means all businesses are able to open and trade.

Mark Drakeford thanked people throughout Wales for their hard work to help reduce record-high coronavirus case rates over the last three weeks.

And the Covid Pass will not be extended to hospitality settings in this three-week cycle.

Say yes to vaccines and boosters

The First Minister said:

“Three weeks ago we were facing a very serious situation in Wales, but everyone has pulled together and cases have fallen back from those record high levels.

“I want to thank everyone for their hard work and the steps they have taken to protect themselves and their loved ones.

“Saying yes to the vaccine and crucially to the booster remains an essential step to help keep Wales safe.

But Mr Drakeford warned Covid Passes could be extended if cases climbed again

“As we start to plan for Christmas we need to keep on working together to bring coronavirus under control. The pandemic hasn’t gone away – a fourth wave is sweeping across Europe, with many countries introducing stricter restrictions once again.

“We will do everything we can to keep Wales open and to keep Wales safe. This means keeping the option of extending the use of the Covid Pass if cases rise again and pandemic pressures on the NHS increase, to help keep the hospitality sector open and trading through the busy festive period."

“We will continue to monitor the public health situation and we will work with the hospitality sector as we prepare for Christmas. Let’s keep working together to keep each other safe – so we can all enjoy Christmas together.”

The outcome of the next review of regulations will be announced on Friday 10 December.