LESS than 20 new cases of covid-19 have been reported across North Wales, health chiefs have said.

Public Health Wales confirmed on Monday that 97 cases of the virus have been reported across Wales, in addition to a further two deaths.

A total of 18 new cases were reported in the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board area:

There were:

  • Seven in Wrexham
  • Seven in Gwynedd
  • Two in Flintshire
  • One in Denbighshire
  • One in Conwy

The total number of suspected covid-19 deaths in lab confirmed cases for the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board area stands at 944.

Dr Giri Shankar, Incident Director for the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak response at Public Health Wales, said: “Welsh Government has announced that from today, pubs, cafes and restaurants in Wales can reopen to customers outdoors.

"Up to six people from six households will be able to meet, with social distancing and hygiene measures in place.

"Outdoor attractions, such as zoos and theme parks, can also reopen.

"Wedding receptions and funerals can again be held outdoors at regulated premises with up to 30 people.

"Organised outdoor activities, such as sport activities limited to 30 people, are also able to resume.

“From Monday, May 3, supervised indoor activities for children can resume, along with indoor organised activities for up to 15 adults (such as exercise classes and swimming lessons), and community centres can reopen.

“People should observe social distancing when meeting with others from outside their household or support bubble.

“The rules on meeting other people indoors remain unchanged.

“We would like to remind the public that Coronavirus is still circulating in our communities and a large number of people have not been fully vaccinated.

"It is therefore vital that people observe social distancing, where face coverings when in indoor spaces, and wash hands regularly.

"These actions will help to prevent transmission of the virus.

“Further to the Welsh Government’s announcement, people who cannot work from home are now able to access free lateral flow self-test kits."