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Coronavirus test centres to operate this week

News | Rhys Williams | Published: 12:21, Monday December 7th, 2020.
Last updated: 12:21, Monday December 7th, 2020
A coronavirus testing centre has been set up at the former Aldi car park in Rhymney
A coronavirus testing centre has been set up at the former Aldi car park in Rhymney

Walk-up coronavirus testing centres will continue to operate across Caerphilly County Borough this week.

The three testing sites set up in Bargoed, Rhymney and Pontllanfraith over the weekend will all remain open.

Residents will need to bring proof of address with them 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.

Where will the test centres be set up?

Former Aldi car park site on Old Brewery Lane, Rhymney – NP22 5ET

Bargoed Library – CF81 8QR

Former council offices, Pontllanfraith – NP12 2YW

When will the test centres be open?

The test centre in Rhymney opened on Monday, December 7 and will run until Thursday, December 10. It will be open between 9am and 12.30pm each day.

Meanwhile, the test centre at Bargoed Library opened on Monday, December 7 and will remain open until at least Monday, December 14. It will be open between 2pm and 4pm each day.

Finally, the test centre in Pontllanfraith will open on Friday, December 11 and remain in place until at least Monday, December 14. It will be open from 9am to 12.30pm each day.


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