Alarming rise in Covid cases in the Mease Valley

		Elford Parish Council has been asked by our County Councillor, Alan White, to let residents know that currently Covid 19 case rates are very high indeed across the Mease Valley area. As of today (18th November), the 7 day case rate across the Mease Valley is 903 per 100,000. This compares to a Staffordshire average of 416 cases per 100,000 and an England average of 263 cases per 100,000.

		It appears that these cases have arisen as a result of spread in the community, and are not centred on care home settings.

		Please remember to observe the regulations currently in place, and help bring case rates down.

		The County Council is keeping a close eye on case rates across the Mease Valley, and in partnership with the Public Health department may consider community testing next week if the rate remains high.

		Many thanks for your support.

		 