Update on mobile testing arrangements

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has confirmed the latest arrangements for mobile coronavirus testing facilities in Bridgend County Borough.

A drive-through facility at Ynysawdre Swimming Pool (Heol-Yr-Ysgol, Tondu CF32 9ET) will close at the end of Thursday, 21 January. Until then, it is open 9am-4pm throughout the week, and booking is essential.

A new drive-through testing centre will open at the site of the former Revlon / Cosi factory off Oakwood Drive in Maesteg (CF34 8TS) on Friday, 22 January. It is open from 9am to 4pm and booking is essential.

A walk-through testing facility is also in place at the Bowls Hall car park off Bridgend Life Centre (Angel Street, Bridgend CF31 4AH). The facility is available 8am-8pm, seven days a week, and booking is also essential.

To arrange an appointment for any of these testing facilities, visit the Welsh Government website or call 119. People with hearing or speech difficulties can book an appointment by calling 18001119.

A walk-in site at the Awel y Mor community centre, Hutchwns Terrace in Porthcawl will now close a day earlier than planned, at the end of Wednesday, January 20. Until then it is open between the hours of 9am and 4pm. Booking is not required.

Bridgend County Borough Council leader Huw David said: “People should get a test as soon as possible if they have any of the symptoms of coronavirus - a new continuous cough, a high temperature and a loss of / change to your normal sense of smell or taste.               

“It is vital people self-isolate if they have any symptoms – this means that once you have had a test, people must go home immediately – do not use the opportunity to go shopping or make any other trips.

“We are still seeing high levels of coronavirus across the county borough, and with alert level four conditions in place across Wales, we must do all that we can to help limit the spread of the virus.

“Demand for mobile testing facilities is high, so please only use them if you are exhibiting any symptoms of Covid-19, and keep on observing the basic rules which are designed to keep us all safe.

“This involves keeping a two-metre distance from others, washing your hands regularly, and wearing a face covering where required.”