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As the number of cases in Newport rises to over 43 per 100,000 – the fourth highest rate in wales, residents and visitors to the city are urged to act now to prevent further spread.

Councillor Jane Mudd, Leader of Newport City Council is appealing to residents and visitors to adhere to social distancing rules as the city sees a rise in Covid-19 cases.

A recent survey has revealed that urgent work is needed to fell a significant number of mature trees along part of Caerleon Road because of the devastating ash dieback disease.

Year seven pupils at Lliswerry High School have been asked to self-isolate after a pupil tested positive for Covid-19.

Statement from the Gwent Local Resilience Forum

A new mobile enforcement vehicle was launched on 24 August is part of the council's ongoing effort to tackle illegal parking.

During the summer holidays, more than 300 children have been cared for and entertained in safe and secure venues in schemes run by Newport City Council and partners.

The Gwent Local Resilience Forum has agreed today (21 August) to increase the number of mourners permitted to attend cremations at the Gwent Crematorium in Croesyceiliog to 20. This will come into effect on Tuesday 25 August.

Cllr Gail Giles, Newport City Council cabinet member for education and skills, has congratulated Newport students on their GCSE and vocational exam results, and acknowledged the difficult circumstances which students faced due to the Covid-19 pandemic.