CCBC Issue a statement on cluster of cases at Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni

CCBC has today issued a statement regarding a cluster of cases at a Caerphilly school.  A spokesman said:

“We are currently dealing with a cluster of cases at Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni. At present there are over 30 positive PCR results, resulting in 1,000 pupils from affected ‘bubbles’ self isolating as a precaution.

“The school is working closely with Public Health Wales, Aneurin Bevan Health Board and the council to manage the situation accordingly.

“Testing will be carried out at the school tomorrow (Wednesday 30th June) to help control the spread of COVID-19 in the community and those pupils currently at home are being supported by teachers with remote learning arrangements.

“We would urge anyone contacted by the Trace Track and Protect team to strictly comply with the requirement to isolate for 10 days. This may include others with links to the school community (eg local sports clubs) who may have been in close contact with positive cases. Please do your bit to prevent onward transmission and protect the community.”