‘DON’T Let Guard Down’ Says Council Leader As Infection Rate Falls

INVERCLYDE’S council leader has praised the area for its progress in the pandemic fight and urged people to stay the course after the covid infection rate hit its lowest level since the New Year.

Councillor Stephen McCabe said: “It is hugely positive news that the infection rate is falling and showing a clear trend downwards.

“Going straight into the New Year and into a new stay-at-home lockdown across the country has been really difficult for so many people, especially after our area had been doing so well in the run up to Christmas.

“I know it is hard but it’s really important that we all stay the course. No one has been left unaffected in some way by the effects of this awful virus and there will inevitably be more bumps on the road along the way.

“But staying the course, following the guidance, always being vigilant and making sure we look out for each other are the ways we continue to protect ourselves, protect others and protect Inverclyde.

“If you need help during this time, council officers and our partners at CVS Inverclyde are on hand — you can get support just by calling 01475 715275.”

The infection rate in Inverclyde peaked at 580 cases per 100,000 people, at the time the highest in Scotland. Now the latest data (from 25 January 2020) shows the rate at 153 per 100,000 and the downward trend is continuing.

Councillor McCabe added: “These numbers are impressive but also show the importance in not letting our guard down. We are once again among the lower rates across the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde areas. It’s a positive place to be but we have been here before and must do all that we can to make sure the trend keeps going down.”