Whitby Town Council Urges People To Adhere To Covid-19 Advice

Whitby Town Council is urging local people to heed the latest advice from North Yorkshire’s Public Health Department and encourage visitors to do likewise.

The district of Scarborough and, specifically, the town of Whitby have been watched closely for spikes in infection.

The local response to the rise in the number of coronavirus cases is being led by Lincoln Sargeant and the public health team at North Yorkshire County Council.

Targeted action to reduce the spread could include additional testing and increased community engagement.

Please remember to:

• Wash hands more often and for at least 20 seconds

• Make space - stay two metres apart from others

• Wear a face covering when leaving home while circulating infection levels are increasing.

• Avoid large crowds altogether

• Follow the ‘rule-of-six’ regulation

Town Mayor, Cllr Linda Wild, recognises the local challenges this brings and said:

“We know Whitby continues to throng with visitors.

“Despite the national concern and the local focus, some people are unaware of the general rules, let alone the enhanced one for Whitby. We all have to take care, be kind and remind others to do the same. The local rate is falling again, but we remain vulnerable.”

Whitby Town Council recognises that clear, up-to-date information is important for everybody’s safety. “We’ve called on North Yorkshire County Council to keep us all informed and promote community safety”, said Cllr Wild.