ANOTHER 907 people have tested positive for coronavirus in Wales.

The total number of positive tests in Wales now stands at 74,735 and sadly 2,446 people have suffered suspected coronavirus deaths.

Today, a further 41 deaths were reported.

In North Wales, covered by the Betsi Cadwalader Health Board, there were 48 new cases, bringing the total number since the start of the pandemic to 12,266.

New coronavirus cases by local authority area:

Anglesey 6

Denbighshire 7

Conwy 9

Flintshire 13

Gwynedd 3

Wrexham 10

Daily Public Health Wales statement:

Dr Robin Howe, Incident Director for the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak response at Public Health Wales, said: “Public Health Wales notes the decision of the four nations of the UK regarding the relaxation of restrictions over the Christmas period, enabling up to three households to meet.

“The festive period is important for people across Wales who want to be with loved ones during the holidays, particularly after a very difficult year, but we would remind everyone that we must each continue to take personal responsibility to limit the spread of the virus and protect our loved ones, particularly if they are vulnerable or extremely vulnerable. For many, this will mean that it isn’t possible to celebrate Christmas in the way you normally would.

“Public Health Wales is encouraging everyone who lives, works or studies in Merthyr Tydfil to attend the mass testing service at the Leisure Centre as soon as they can – even if they do not have symptoms.

“Thank you to those who have already attended and undertaken a test, as this will help us to break the chains of transmission in the area. However, in order for the exercise to be as successful as possible then we need as many people in the area as possible to be tested."