Police in west Berkshire test positive for Covid
A number of officers working within West Berkshire have tested positive for Coronavirus.
The officers are believed to be based at Newbury.
Gold Commander for Thames Valley Police’s response to Coronavirus Assistant Chief Constable Christian Bunt, said: “Following these positive tests within the West Berkshire Local Policing Area the officers are taking precautions and are self-isolating after it was confirmed they tested positive for Coronavirus.
“Early action was taken to ensure that these officers isolated quickly, in order to minimise the spread of the virus.”
“This is not having any impact on the service we provide to the public.
“Plans continue to be in place to contain and manage this situation and we continue to work in partnership with Public Health England and West Berkshire Council.”
Agencies including West Berkshire Council and Public Health England are working with Thames Valley Police to minimise the spread of the virus.
Matt Pearce, Head of Public Health for West Berkshire Council, said: "Nationally there has been an increase in cases of Covid-19, and we are likely to see more local cases and outbreaks over the coming months. We will continue to work with our partners to ensure that the necessary is action to reduce the spread of the virus."