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Coronavirus test centres will be operating in Caerphilly County Borough again this week.
The temporary test centres will be based in Pontllanfraith, Bargoed and Rhymney.
Where are the test centres?
Site of former council offices, Pontllanfraith – NP12 2YW
Bargoed Library Car Park – CF81 8QR
Former Aldi car park site on Old Brewery Lane, Rhymney – NP22 5ET
Residents will need to bring proof of address with them to get tested at the mobile test sites.
The test centres are operated by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
Symptoms of coronavirus include a new continuous cough, high temperature and a loss of taste or smell.
The test centres will be available to Caerphilly County Borough residents only.
Residents will need to book an appointment for a test.
However, coronavirus tests can be booked online to be taken at home. Visit obv.sr/c19test to book a home test.
When are the test centres open?
Tuesday, January 5
10am – 12.30pm – Pontllanfraith
2pm – 4pm – Pontllanfraith
Wednesday, January 6
10am – 12.30pm – Pontllanfraith
2pm – 4pm – Pontllanfraith
Thursday, January 7
10am – 12.30pm – Pontllanfraith
2pm – 4pm – Pontllanfraith
Friday, January 8
10am – 12.30pm – Bargoed Library Car Park
2pm – 4pm – Bargoed Library Car Park
Saturday, January 9
10am – 12.30pm – Bargoed Library Car Park
2pm – 4pm – Bargoed Library Car Park
Sunday, January 10
10am – 12.30pm – Rhymney
2pm – 4pm – Rhymney
Monday, January 11
10am – 12.30pm – Rhymney
2pm – 4pm – Rhymney
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