B&NES latest coronavirus cases have been published today (September 28) for the period leading up to September 22 and they show an increase in positive cases of over 30 per cent.

That is in keeping with many areas of the UK which have had a spike in positive cases in the younger age groups due to the return to school.

Over in Frome the college has updated its coronavirus guidance, and closed the PE changing rooms to try and halt a spread in the school.

The Principal has written to all parents saying that hygiene measures are being stepped up around the college, and PE lessons will continue, but pupils will not be allowed to change on site.

She wrote : " As we are witnessing more positive cases of Covid-19 amongst our community, we are being steered by Public Health England (Somerset) on measures to be implemented in college.

"We continue to wipe down desks and encourage frequent hand washing and sanitising. Students are welcome to bring their own hand sanitiser to college and should follow a routine of LFD testing every three to five days. Test sets are readily available in student services and reception.

" Meanwhile, we have taken the decision to close the PE changing rooms and allow students to come into college in PE uniform on the days that it is on their timetables. Otherwise, students are to remain in full college uniform. We will review this decision at the end of this term."

Meantime Somerset SAINT (School Aged Immunisation Nursing Team) will be on site September 29 and the 30 offering jabs to students in Years 9, 10 and 11.

The rate has increased by 95 % on the previous week and represents a case rate per 100,000 people of 530.8.

You can find out the latest notified coronavirus case rate by putting in your post code by clicking HERE : the government data site