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A mobile coronavirus testing unit is set to open in Rhymney on Tuesday, November 24.

The test unit will be at the former Aldi car park site on Old Brewery Lane. The walk-up testing service will be open to Caerphilly County Borough residents between 9am and 12.30pm and will be by appointment only.

The testing centre in Bargoed Library car park will remain open for afternoon tests, with a revised time opening time of between 2pm and 4pm.

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board said the two sites will be open until Monday, November 30.

The testing centre at Caerphilly Leisure Centre, which opened early September has now closed.

Residents will need to book in advance to get tested and will need to bring proof of address with them.

Symptoms of coronavirus include a new continuous cough, high temperature and a loss of taste or smell.

People wishing to be tested have also been urged to wear a face mask, not to use public transport to get to the site and not to visit shops or any other public places while on the way to or from getting tested.

To book a test, call 03003 031222 between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday, or between 8am and 6pm on a Saturday.

To book a coronavirus test online, visit obv.sr/c19test