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Sefton Council Leader Responds to Merseyside Adding to Government COVID Watch List
In response to today’s announcement, Merseyside has been identified by the government as one of two new areas of concern due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases, Sefton council leader Cllr Ian Maher said: “At the In light of this news, it is essential that each of Sefton’s residents and businesses continue the great efforts they have already made to prevent us from being locked up.
“The will and efforts of the local population and the vast majority of the municipal companies to follow the guidelines and implement the required measures have been impressive and were recently reflected in a small number of cases. However, this current increase is cause for concern.
“Infections in Sefton are spread throughout the borough through people’s family social networks, whether at home, at work or away from home, and while we see cases being reported in people of all ages, who are in the working age group of 20 to 60 are predominant.
“It is possible that those people are only mildly affected by COVID-19 and some are asymptomatic, but our real concern is how these people can still transmit the infection, even to their loved ones at home who may be vulnerable and affected much more. seriously.
“It is vital that the local population continue social distancing and follow recently revised government guidelines that restrict indoor gatherings to members of two different households and keep the number of outdoor gatherings to a maximum of six.
“Wearing face masks and covers where needed and frequent and thorough hand washing is also crucial.
“Sefton businesses must ensure that they protect their customers and staff by having all necessary measures in place, including test and trace arrangements for pubs, bars and restaurants, distancing and cleaning procedures, and face coverings where necessary.
“In addition, we need people who develop coronavirus symptoms of a high temperature, or a new continuous cough, or a loss or change in their sense of smell or taste, to get tested immediately, for their own safety and security. the safety of others. They just need to visit www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or call 119 to make an appointment at the nearest available Testing Center. Home test kits are also available upon request. “
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