The Isle of Wight Council says it is ready for an expected increase in the number of outbreaks of COVID-19 across the Island.
As Tier 3 restrictions come in force for the Isle of Wight, which up until now has been a Tier 1 area, the number of infections are soaring with over 60 new cases now being identified each day.
A spokesperson for the Council has said:
“Rates of infection are on the rise, so we expect notifications of outbreaks or clusters of confirmed cases in both community settings and businesses.
”With our partners, the Isle of Wight Council has got procedures ready as part of our joint outbreak control plan.
”We are ready to act quickly and help prevent further spread as soon as any outbreak is discovered.
”Public Health England and the council’s regulatory teams – including Environmental Health – are currently giving support and advice to businesses who have confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19.
”All Island businesses should follow the Tier 3 restrictions from 26 December, and those which can stay open should continue to follow government advice.
Article continues below this advertisement ”Everyone, at home or at work, should still follow the standard hands-face-space safety measures, as we work to keep the island safe.
”Please also remember that if you have symptoms you must self-isolate and arrange for a test, either by calling 119 or through a home test booking via https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test ”.
Useful contacts:
- PHE Hampshire and Isle of Wight Health Protection Team, tel: 0344 225 3861 (select option 2).
- Business Regulations and Public Protection, tel: (01983) 823000, email: [email protected] .
