Ceredigion County Council

Make this week count to reduce the spread of the virus

The number of coronavirus cases in Ceredigion continues to increase and we ask all residents to follow the guidelines to reduce the spread of the virus. The sacrifices we make in the coming week will help to reduce the spread of the virus.

16:25

Pupils in a Contact Group at Ysgol Gynradd Ciliau Parc asked to self-isolate

Pupils in a Contact Group at Ysgol Gynradd Ciliau Parc, Ciliau Aeron have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case at the school.

08:32

Students encouraged to book a coronavirus test before travelling home for Christmas

Students planning to travel to Ceredigion for the festive season are encouraged to book a coronavirus test whether they have symptoms or not.

16:18

Changes to use of face coverings in schools and colleges

Face coverings must be worn by parents, guardians and relatives, when visiting the school, and at drop-off and collection areas.

Maintaining clear social distance at the school gates will also reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 and set a good example to pupils.

11:56

Pupils in Year 10 at Ysgol Bro Pedr asked to self-isolate as COVID-19 case confirmed

Pupils in the Year 10 at Ysgol Bro Pedr, Lampeter have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case at the school.

09:22

Take-away food and drink - don’t take home the coronavirus too

Customers and workers of food and drink establishments are reminded to wear a face covering.

11:00

Improvements required at a pub in Devil’s Bridge

A hospitality business in Devil’s Bridge has been required to make improvements to safeguard the public’s health and well-being as part of the coronavirus regulations.

09:28

Pupils in two Contact Groups at Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig asked to self-isolate

Two positive cases of COVID-19 at Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig has resulted in pupils from more than one contact group and pupils travelling on one bus needing to self-isolate for 14 days.

19:35

Working together to stop the spread of the virus

As the number of positive coronavirus cases in the Cardigan area continues to increase, now is the time for us all to work together to stop the spread of the virus. Extra support measures have now been put in place in Cardigan.

16:39

Cashless charging for parking to be introduced

Cashless parking charges are being introduced in Ceredigion to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission associated with cash transactions.

15:31

Road closures temporarily reintroduced in Cardigan

As the number of coronavirus cases in Cardigan and surrounding areas continue to rise, Ceredigion County Council is taking every step to help stop the virus from spreading further in our communities.

10:57

Improvement notices issued to two Cardigan premises

On the 18th November 2020, two Cardigan businesses were required to improve their measures to minimise the risk of exposure to coronavirus on their premises.

09:00

Support for residents needing to self-isolate

If you have been contacted by NHS Wales Test, Trace, protect service (TTP) and been told to self-isolate, you may be entitled to Financial Support under the Self-Isolation Support Payment Scheme 

09:19

Cardigan residents: Help us to protect our waste collection staff

Cardigan residents should place all personal waste, such as used tissues, disposable cleaning cloths, face masks and gloves, in a bag and tie the bag. Then, they should put the bag inside another bag (so that the waste is double-bagged).

08:57

Ysgol Bro Pedr: pupils in the Reception Class asked to self-isolate

Pupils in the Reception Class at Ysgol Bro Pedr, Lampeter have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case at the school.

11:32

Cardigan public houses contacts asked to be vigilant

People in the Cardigan locality are asked to take extra precautionary measures as evidence emerges that the coronavirus is spreading in the community.

09:15

Cardigan area schools to close for two weeks

Following a meeting of the Cardigan Incident Management Team held on Sunday, 22 November 2020, a decision has been made that these schools will be closed from Monday, 23 November 2020 and will re-open on Monday, 7 December 2020 and pupils will be taught remotely.

11:36

Improvements required at a pub in Lampeter

A Premises Improvement Notice has been served to The Ivy Bush Inn, Lampeter by Ceredigion County Council’s Public Protection Officers due to non-compliance with the Health Protection (Coronavirus Restrictions) (No. 4) (Wales) Regulations 2020.

16:48

A day in the life of a Contact Tracer Officer

Read more about Enfys' day a Contact Tracer Officer, part of the Public Health Protection Team for Ceredigion County Council. 

09:26

A Group of Year 8 Pupils at Ysgol Gyfun Penglais asked to self-isolate as COVID-19 case confirmed

A Group of Year 8 pupils at Ysgol Gyfun Penglais, Aberystwyth have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case at the school.

09:26

Let's slow down the movement of the virus

With cases in Ceredigion on the rise, let’s think about what we’re doing to ensure that the numbers of the coronavirus don’t rise further. It’s not the virus that’s moving, it’s people that move the virus.

09:25

Incident Management arrangements activated at Aberystwyth Care Home

A multi-agency Incident Management Team has been established to respond to this incident. Ceredigion County Council is working closely with the Home, Hywel Dda University Health Board and Public Health Wales to contain the virus.

10:56

Year 7 Pupils in a Contact Group at Ysgol Gyfun Penglais asked to self-isolate as COVID-19 case confirmed

Year 7 pupils in a Contact Group at Ysgol Gyfun Penglais, Aberystwyth have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case at the school.

10:55

Ceredigion Community Facilities update on Coronavirus regulations

From 9 November 2020, up to 15 people will be allowed to take part in indoor activities organised by a club or recognised body.

00:00

Adjustments to the Safe Zones following the firebreak lockdown

From 09 November the orders will remain in place with adjustments.

16:21

Additional support to be made available if you are employed and self-isolating.

13:39

Let’s follow the Roadmap for Ceredigion

The firebreak regulations remain in force in Wales until Monday, 09 November 2020, and over this weekend people are urged to strictly follow all rules in an attempt to regain control over the coronavirus.

10:50

Information announced on what will happen after the firebreak period ends

Welsh Government has announced which measures will come into force when the national firebreak period ends on 09 November 2020.

15:05

Break the rules and pay the fine, Ceredigion residents warned

Ceredigion residents are being warned they risk fines of up to £10,000 and possible criminal conviction if they breach COVID rules.

15:00

Lockdown Business Fund opened

Click here for information and an application form

15:57

Pupils at Ysgol Henry Richard asked to self-isolate as COVID-19 case confirmed

A small number of pupils at Ysgol Henry Richard, Tregaron have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case at the school.

14:06

Household Waste Sites

Household Waste Sites (HWS) across Ceredigion will close at 17:00 Friday, 23 October.

12:26

Pub reopens after improving procedures and facilities

The Ffostrasol Arms, Llandysul, has been permitted to reopen after improving its procedures and facilities in response to a closure notice issued on 15 October 2020.

11:28

Ceredigion safe zones views sought

The views and feedback of Ceredigion residents and visitors are being sought on the safe zones.

09:33

Coronavirus firebreak: community venues to close

Community venues across Ceredigion will close in line with the coronavirus firebreak period announced by the Welsh Government.

09:25

Coronavirus firebreak: students reminded not to travel

Students are asked to stay at their university accommodation during the coronavirus firebreak lockdown, and not travel to their home addresses or stay with others.

16:03

Improvement notice issued to two Aberystwyth pubs

Yr Hen Llew Du public house in Bridge Street, Aberystwyth and The Western public house in Thespian Street, Aberystwyth have been required to improve their measures to minimise the risk of exposure to coronavirus on their premises.

15:24

Safe Zone arrangements during firebreak

The Council will not be closing the roads daily within the safe zones between 6pm on Friday, 23 October and 11am on 09 November.

09:21

Two week fire break lockdown announced for Wales

A two week fire break lockdown will come into force in Wales, to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.

11:57

National coronavirus firebreak to be introduced in Wales on Friday

Welsh Government announcement.

13:00

Travel restrictions come into force in Wales

A travel restriction will come into force in Wales from 6pm on Friday 16 October 2020.

12:13

Ceredigion pub to be issued with a closure notice

A Ceredigion premises has been closed down over breach of coronavirus regulations.

11:38

Impact of Coronavirus on the Economy of Ceredigion

A report has been compiled showing the impact of the Coronavirus on Ceredigion’s economy.

08:59

Two further improvement notices have been issued in Ceredigion

Two rural public houses in Ceredigion have been required to improve the measures they take to minimise the risk of exposure to coronavirus at their premises.

16:00

Stay apart to play your part this winter

People urged not to put themselves and others at risk of catching or spreading the coronavirus by attending Halloween or Bonfire night events.

16:28

Improvement measures for an Aberystwyth pub

An Aberystwyth public house has been required to improve the measures it takes to minimise the risk of exposure to coronavirus on its premises.

11:43

Masks for Ceredigion pupils

Every secondary school pupil in Ceredigion will receive two reusable masks.

10:57

Closed pub permitted to reopen after making improvements

The Mill Inn, Aberystwyth, has been permitted to reopen after improving its procedures and facilities in response to a closure notice issued last month.

11:09

Multi-purpose Community Centres asked to remain vigilant

An updated position statement from Ceredigion partners to further ensure the health and safety of our communities is necessary.

13:03

Ceredigion residents urged to adhere to COVID-19 regulations

Following confirmation of a COVID-19 cluster within the student community at Aberystwyth University, a multi-agency Incident Management Team has been established.

17:02

Those responsible for Children’s playgrounds asked to remain vigilant

In light of the recent rise in the number of positive COVID-19 cases in Ceredigion, Ceredigion County Council has written to members of the Play Area Network to encourage them to consider their own facility, whether they are already open to the public or they are planning to reopen shortly.

13:56

Safe Zones Adjustments

In line with the evidence collected on the use of the towns, Ceredigion County Council feel the need to keep the safe zones in place for the time being with minor adjustments. 

10:25

Leisure Services to close as a precautionary measure

With the number of Coronavirus cases rising sharply in Ceredigion, the decision has been made to close all Council run leisure centres, swimming pools and facilities as a precautionary measure.

14:13

Event Direction served to a motorsport event

A nationally advertised two day motorsport event with onsite camping due to be held at Ceredigion this coming weekend has been served with an Event Direction not to be held.

15:54

Our responsibility to follow the new Wales coronavirus measures

The Welsh Government is bringing in new coronavirus measures to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus. It's our responsibility to follow the new Wales coronavirus measures in order to Keep Ceredigion Safe. 

12:35

Premises in Ceredigion issued with a closure notice over breach of coronavirus regulations

A closure notice has been served on The Mill Inn, Mill Street, Aberystwyth by licensing officers. The Mill Inn will remain closed until they can demonstrate that they have made improvements and meet the requirements of the coronavirus regulations.

11:38

Advice and guidance on masks in Gyms and Leisure Centres

Gym and Leisure Centres users will now need to wear a mask when they enter the building and in non-exercise areas as an extra precaution to protect themselves and the staff.

15:22

Emphasising the message relating to self-isolation

Following concern that some members of the public are not adhering fully to the rules of self-isolation, the Council is keen to remind Ceredigion residents of Welsh Government guidance in order to protect our communities.

14:35

Businesses reminded to keep to the coronavirus rules

Businesses in Ceredigion are reminded to keep to the coronavirus rules to avoid a rise in cases including social distancing, queuing and one-way systems, provision of hand sanitisers and PPE equipment for staff.

15:48

People urged to take responsibility to reduce the coronavirus from spreading

New rules issued by the Welsh Government are coming into force on 14 September 2020, which include: allowing only six people to meet indoors; making face coverings mandatory in indoor public places, like shops; reminding people to work from home, wherever possible; providing new enforcement powers to Local Authorities.

15:42

Temporary suspension of visits to all Care Homes in Ceredigion

Visits to all Care Homes in Ceredigion have been temporarily suspended.

15:30

Ceredigion urged to take action now to reduce coronavirus risk

From 14 September 2020, a new limit of six people will be introduced on the number of people who can meet indoors at any one time. All six must belong to the same extended household group. This does not include children under 11.

Wearing face masks in shops and other indoor public spaces will also be compulsory from 14 September.

13:28

Pupils in a Contact Group at Ysgol Gynradd Penllwyn asked to self-isolate as COVID-19 case confirmed

Pupils in a Contact Group at Ysgol Gynradd Penllwyn, Capel Bangor have been asked to self-isolate for 14 days following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case at the school.

09:30

Parents reminded to support school safety measures

Parents and guardians across Ceredigion are being reminded to follow social distancing guidelines when collecting their children from schools in the county.

16:42

Covid-19 warning from council leaders

IF we don’t social distance, we risk going into a local lockdown – that’s the message from south west Wales local authority leaders, the health board and Dyfed-Powys Police.

17:13

Community safety promises as students return to Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth University has launched five ‘community promises’ as part of its plans to ensure the safety of students, staff and the wider community as it prepares to welcome students back later this month.

09:18

Advice shared to Caerphilly residents in Ceredigion

Advice has been shared to the residents of Caerphilly County Borough who are on holiday in Ceredigion and to accommodation providers.

08:26

Panel set up to support groups on the safe reopening of community venues in Ceredigion

First Minister Mark Drakeford announced that multi-purpose community centres including community centres, village halls, church halls and other community centres could reopen from 30 July. 

14:22

Ceredigion ready to welcome pupils back safely

The autumn term begins on 3 September 2020, with pupils gradually returning until everyone is back on a full-time basis by 14 September 2020.

11:27

Partially reopening leisure centres in Ceredigion

Preparations are now well underway to ensure the highest standards of public safety are in place when Ceredigion’s Leisure Centres and Swimming Pools partially reopen.

09:13

Panel set up to support groups on the safe reopening of community venues in Ceredigion

First Minister Mark Drakeford announced that multi-purpose community centres including community centres, village halls, church halls and other community centres could reopen from 30 July. However, Welsh Government announced changes in the regulations on 7 August and the national guidance is currently being updated. Welsh Government have advised authorities that the regulations on social gathering will still prevent certain activities from taking place.

14:22

Welsh Government's Guidance for people extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 who have been shielding

Information for people who have been identified as being at a very high risk of severe illness from coronavirus.

09:00

Shielding and food box scheme to be paused

Shielding will be paused in Wales on 16 August 2020 and the food box scheme will come to an end. Click here for advice on how to get food and essential supplies during the coronavirus pandemic

14:55

Welsh Government's Guidance for people extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 who have been shielding

Information for people who have been identified as being at a very high risk of severe illness from coronavirus.

09:00

Preparing to partially reopen leisure centres

Preparations are underway to ensure the highest standards of public safety are in place when Local Authority Leisure Centres and Swimming Pools reopen from September onwards.

14:50

Cafes, pubs and restaurants to reopen indoors

10:28

Virus isolation period to go up from 7 to 10 days

People who test positive for coronavirus or show symptoms in the UK must now self-isolate for 10 days. The change, announced by the UK's four chief medical officers, comes as ministers try to avoid a resurgence of the virus.

09:03

Visitors welcome again at Council Residential Care Homes

Families and friends will be able to visit their loved ones once again by booking a slot. 

12:45

A new vocabulary developed in Welsh as a result of the coronavirus

‘COVID-19 Terminology’ is a collection of useful words relating to the coronavirus pandemic has been compiled and is available at your fingertips.

11:20

Children’s playgrounds able to reopen

Children’s playgrounds are able to reopen gradually from 20 July, and over the following weeks as and when safety checks and mitigations are put in place.

14:17

Ceredigion Coastal Path re-opens

Members of the public can now make use of the paths with caution; keeping current Coronavirus guidelines in mind.

12:54

Creating a safe space for visitors to enjoy our towns

Safe Zones have been created in four Ceredigion towns to create an open, safe space where people can walk around and enjoy the towns.

16:30

Ceredigion welcoming visitors safely and gradually

As the coronavirus restrictions are being eased, Ceredigion is welcoming visitors safely and gradually.

14:39

Supporting businesses in Ceredigion’s Safe Zones

To support businesses within the Safe Zones, adjustments have been made to the plans following concerns raised specifically relating to deliveries.

16:50

A warm welcome back as the tourism industry begins to re-open

Self-contained visitor accommodation will begin to re-open in Wales from 11 July.

17:05

First safe zones in place in Ceredigion

The first Ceredigion safe zones for pedestrians are being put in place in Aberaeron, Aberystwyth, Cardigan and New Quay.

15:46

Ceredigion schools to fully reopen in September

Schools in Ceredigion will close at the end of this summer term on 17 July 2020, and will look forward to welcoming all pupils back on a full-time basis in September.

10:44

Further changes come into force to ease the lockdown in Wales

The 5 mile travel limit no longer in place and two households can form one ‘extended household’.

18:48

Safe zones in Ceredigion town centres

Plans are being put into place to create safe zones for pedestrians in Ceredigion town centres.

17:00

Plans in place to reopen Ceredigion carefully, slowly and safely

Ceredigion County Council is implementing its Adjustment and Long Term Resilience Plan and prior to restarting any service, risk assessments are undertaken, in line with Welsh Government guidelines. 

11:50

Preparing for the tourism industry to gradually reopen

Details on the preparations to start reopening shops and the tourism industry gradually.

13:46

Working together for Ceredigion residents

As we move into the Adjustment Phase of the Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic, we reflect on the work that has been done so far to attempt to control the virus in Ceredigion.

16:10

Schools reopen for three weeks

Ceredigion schools will reopen on 29 June for a period of three weeks, closing on 17 July. 

12:42

Further steps announced to unlock safely

Further steps have been announced by First Minister Mark Drakeford to come out of lockdown safely.

17:00

Trading safely when doors reopen

Shops in Ceredigion can reopen from Monday, 22 June 2020 with advice and guidance  available by the Council.

16:21

Household Waste Site Reopening

All of Ceredigion’s Household Waste Sites have now reopened. Access to all the sites is limited for essential use only to for cars with even-numbered plates on all the even days of the month and cars with odd-numbered plates on all the odd days of the month.

10:51

Grants and assistance for individuals facing hardship

A list of grants and support available for those individuals facing hardship during the coronavirus pandemic. 

16:30

Click and collect service available in Ceredigion's libraries

A Click and Collect service will be available in Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, Cardigan and Lampeter libraries.

14:14

Frequently asked questions on returning to school

Here are a few frequently asked questions and responses for parents/carers which will help them decide whether to send their child to School from 29 June onward.

16:16

Preparations underway to reopen schools in Ceredigion

Schools in Ceredigion will start to make arrangements to reopen before the end of the summer term to ‘Check in and Catch Up’.

14:27

No change to Ceredigion services and facilities

There will be no relaxing or changing of position in relation to services and facilities at this time.

09:09

Ceredigion Household Waste Sites to reopen for essential use

Sites across Ceredigion are to reopen on different dates between 04 and 17 June. 

16:10