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Covid 19: statement by Leader and Chief Executive

Posted on Friday 2nd October 2020

Today the Welsh Government announced that local protection restrictions are to remain in place in Newport and other areas of Wales.

The additional restrictions were introduced on 22 September because of a concerning rise in coronavirus cases and they are continuing to rise.

We would like to thank residents, businesses and those who come into the city for essential reasons for complying with the rules. We believe they will have an impact on the spread of the virus and we need to keep going to ensure the trend is slowed down and reversed.

We must all recognise that the virus poses a considerable risk to ourselves, our families, our friends and those we come into contact with, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

We must do all that we can to protect people and reduce the spread of the virus in the city, thereby reducing the strain on our precious local health services.

The virus has already had serious and even tragic consequences for many people and their loved ones. We urge everyone to follow the restrictions without exception. Details of the local rules can be found on the Welsh Government website.

It is vital that we all:

  • Limit our travel
  • Limit contact with other people
  • Follow the laws on meeting with family and friends
  • Wash our hands regularly
  • Keep our distance from others
  • Wear a face covering whenever required.

Councillor Jane Mudd, leader, and Beverly Owen, chief executive, Newport City Council

 

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