Ravenswood Primary link to Coronavirus case

Ravenswood Primary has been linked to a case of Coronavirus, NHS Lanarkshire has confirmed.

Karen McGuigan, NHS Lanarkshire public health specialist, said: “NHS Lanarkshire’s test and protect team has carried out contact tracing after a staff member at Ravenswood Primary School tested positive for Covid-19. They are currently self-isolating at home.

“NHS Lanarkshire is working closely with North Lanarkshire Council with regards to the case and has now contacted all close contacts.

“Public health advice has been given to these individuals and they are being told to self-isolate.

“The risk to the wider school community is currently low and the school will remain open as normal.”

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