There has been no percentage rise in the number of new confirmed COVID-19 cases in East Devon, according to the latest statistics.

Of new cases confirmed since 23 April, 16 were from East Devon.

For the week of 17-23 April, the number of new cases was also 16.

Therefore, there has been no percentage change in the number of new cases confirmed in East Devon.

However, new cases confirmed across Devon increased by 17% in total, with 149 for 17-23 April and 179 since 23 April recorded.

Steve Brown, Devon's Director of Public Health, said: "One in three people with coronavirus show no symptoms. So even if you feel fine, make it a habit to get tested twice a week so you can help prevent the spread of coronavirus in our communities.

"Together with getting vaccinated when invited to, and remembering hands, face, space and fresh air, regular symptom-free testing is a vital part of being able to ease restrictions and life returning to normal as safely as possible."

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