The latest figures have been released showing that all local areas have once again seen a significant increase in Covid-19 cases compared to the previous week.
The map, produced by Public Health England, has been updated to show where the new coronavirus cases have been recorded during the 7 day period ending January 3rd.
The map breaks down areas by 'middle super output areas' and shows that the infection rate have more than doubled in some local areas including Alderley Edge where the infection rate per 100,000 people has reached 930.2.
These latest figures from Public Health England show the number of cases during the 7 day period and the infection rate per 100,000 people.
• Alderley Edge and Chelford – 77 930.2 (175%)
• Handforth and Dean Row – 58 533.6 (41.5%)
• Mobberley, Plumley and High Legh – 82 685.2 (110.3%)
• Wilmslow Town – 46 656.2 (100%)
• Lacey Green and Wilmslow Park - 45 681.5 (21.6%)
• Fulshaw Park and Lindow - 40 553.3 (60%)
• Prestbury and Adlington - 32 625.6 (52.4%)
% = change from previous 7 day period.
During this seven day period, Cheshire East had 1814 cases, which represents a 71.5% increase on the previous 7 days. The infection rate per 100,000 is 472.2.
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What does the Government think would happen when they have Tiers and Lockdowns for months on end, causing misery and confusion, then allow us 5 days of freedom over Christmas, (well, okay, eventually reduced to just the Christmas Day after much debate by them)
Misery for months, then one day's "freedom" to ruin all the effort by everyone.
Just what did they expect ?
I don’t need the Govt to tell me to stay home, socially distance etc... it’s patently obvious that people are dying, that social interaction passes on the virus.
We all knew that the five days of Christmas freedom was going to be a big problem so we didn’t do it did we....???
We are supposed to be sensible educated people, but these figures do not support it.
Judging by the number of fireworks that were set off on New Years Eve there were numerous parties taking place despite the lockdown so what are the figures going to reach next week?
At least 8,400 people made the crossing in 2020 while the year before, 1,844 did.
And how many had Covid - 19
I have a good idea why Alderley is the highest infection rate in Cheshire East.
During the Tier 2 Lockdown a few weeks ago, many hundreds of day-trippers were coming here from Tier 3 areas all around us whereby their restaurants and bars were closed, as opposed to them all being open in Alderley Edge.
Dozens and dozens of youngsters were spilling out from all the bars and restaurants onto London Road, with absolutely no social distancing whatsoever.
On most evenings, dozens of taxis and private cars were parked halfway on the pavements, causing congestion, with many just parked outside the bars they were frequenting ..... talk about irresponsible ?
They treated it like New Years Eve every night !
I have talked about mitigation, getting on a train to another town is not mitigation. That’s exactly how this is being spread.
A key worker is someone who’s job is needed by law, eg a qualified person, or someone in the nhs, police etc. A shop worker for topps tiles, Costa et al are not and should not be at work. Quite easy to understand, but people are qing up to get a coffee? Idiots and it’s these people that need fining not the sensible ones who continue to work in sectors that ARE required.
I am a critical worker and do travel all over the north west. I have never caught covid because I mitigate the risks. But unfortunately there are millions who can not follow rules and have therefore caught it. We all know how it’s transmitted, so keep away from people and wear ppe when around them. Very simple, it works and means no need for lockdowns. It’s impossible to catch if you keep distance and cover your face. Unless I’m missing something?
Totally agree with most of the above , except the key worker point.....if you are in retail that is running click n collect, are you to risk your income by not turning in to work?
I wish they would address this issue as there are millions more working ‘behind doors’ than last years first lockdown imo. The numbers are proof that this supposed ‘lockdown’ isn’t as effective as the first.
Yes, you are missing something. Taking the recommended precautions greatly reduces the risk of catching it, particularly if everyone else does the same. But it does not reduce it to zero. That's why it's also important to minimise social contact.