CEREDIGION has recorded one new case of coronavirus today (Thursday).

The county has now recorded 78 cases in total since the pandemic began, with four new this week.

Carmarthenshire has recorded two new cases today and Pembrokeshire and Powys have both recorded one new case.

Gwynedd has no new cases.

There are 35 new cases today across Wales and one new death has been attributed to Covid-19, taking the total to 1,595.

In Aberystwyth, a drive-through testing centre has been opened at the Ceredigion Council offices at Canolfan Rheidol.

In a statement, Hywel Dda University Health Board said: “To make sure testing can continue to take place safely and effectively, the testing facility in Aberystwyth is moving from its current temporary venue (Plascrug Leisure Centre) to Canolfan Rheidol as a drive-through facility (through a booked appointment) for people displaying symptoms of Covid-19.”

Anyone who has symptoms of the virus (a new persistent cough, high temperature or loss/change of taste or smell) can book a test online at www.gov.wales/coronavirus or by calling the free number 119 (between 7am-11pm). People with hearing or speech difficulties can call 18001 119.

Critical workers, such as those in health and social care, local authorities, police, fire, education, food, retail, transport, public services, and unpaid carers, can book a test if they have symptoms by contacting the local Covid Enquiries team direct on 0300 303 8322 or by emailing [email protected] (please note this is for critical workers only, not members of the public).

Members of the public are reminded not to turn up to Canolfan Rheidol without booking first as it will not be possible to accommodate you without an appointment.