Coronavirus update from

Telford & Wrekin Council

26 November 2020

Local Coronavirus cases in Telford and Wrekin for the week ending 22 November

The number of new confirmed coronavirus cases in Telford and Wrekin shows the beginnings of a decline, the latest weekly figures show.

While the number of new infections are falling compared with the previous week, it is still higher than the England average figure.

The news comes as Telford and Wrekin have been placed into Tier 2 restrictions from 2 December.

There remains significant pressure on Care providers and the NHS locally and Care and health leaders are urging people to continue to do all they can to prevent further spread.

Everything you need to know about getting a test

We announced last week that we have opened up local coronavirus testing to people with certain precautionary symptoms.

The infographic below goes over what these precautionary symptoms are and when you should self-isolate.

Book your test online: http://nhs.uk/coronavirus

Telford and Wrekin in Tier 2

From 2 December, the new local alert level 2 restrictions for Telford and Wrekin will mean:

• People must not socialise indoors with anyone who is not part of their household or support bubble, whether at home or in a public space

• You must not socialise in a group of more than 6 people outside, including in a garden or a public space – this is called the ‘rule of 6’

• You should continue to work from home if you can
• You should aim to reduce the number of journeys you make where possible
• Pubs and bars must close unless operating as restaurants. Alcohol must be served with a substantial meal
• Hospitality businesses and venues selling food and drink for consumption off the premises can continue to do so after 10pm through a delivery service, click-and-collect or drive-through
• Weddings and funerals can go ahead with restrictions on the number of attendees
• Organised grassroots sport will be able to resume

More information about tier restrictions can be found on the Government website.

More on tier 2

Council services under Tier 2