Covid on the coast: Whitby pub closes, Filey vets part-closes after staff members test positive

A Whitby pub has shut after a worker tested positive for coronavirus.
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The Duke of York, on Church Street, posted on social media: "We are closing today (Saturday) due to a member of our pub cleaning crew testing positive for Covid-19.

"This member of staff does not come into contact with the public. This is a precautionary measure while we deep clean and take public health guidance. We will reopen when it is safe to do so."

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Meanwhile, a Filey vets will provide emergency services only after a team member tested positive for the disease.

The Duke of York, circled, has an enviable position in WhitbyThe Duke of York, circled, has an enviable position in Whitby
The Duke of York, circled, has an enviable position in Whitby

Filey Veterinary Practice, on Station Avenue, announced the news on social media today.

"Despite all of our stringent protocols, we have a positive case of Covid-19 in our team," it said.

"Because we are a public facing workforce, it was only a matter of time before this happened.

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"In the interest of client safety, staff safety and to do the right thing – we have made the difficult decision to provide emergency only care for one week.

"This is NOT a track and trace decision but one we have decided on to keep everyone safe.

"There will be a skeleton team at the practice to deliver a drug service, emergency cover and advice.

"We always have been and always will be at the end of the phone."

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