A SHARP hike in Covid cases has been recorded in Teignbridge, with 238 new positive tests reported on February 2.

According to the latest Government figures, between 27 January 27 and February 2, 2,562 people had a confirmed positive test result.

This shows an increase of 60.5% compared to the previous seven days.

Sadly, there were two deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported in Teignbridge on February 2.

VACCINATIONS

90,338 people had been given a booster or third dose in Teignbridge by the end of February 1.

More walk-in session are available at Newton Abbot Racecourse today, Thursday, from 2pm to 5.30pm and Saturday from 9am to 12.30pm.