Coronavirus in Nottinghamshire key facts: 29 cases reported as Mansfield schools close

How many cases have been reported

The number of coronavirus cases in Nottinghamshire increased by one in one day, bringing the total number confirmed to 29 as of the latest information released by Public Health England yesterday (March 19).

Cases in Nottingham City are counted separately, and there are currently 14 cases in the area.

The number of cases in Nottinghamshire remains relatively low, with neighbouring Derbyshire having 40, and Derby 9.

On Tuesday, King's Mill Hospital confirmed it was treating a patient who had tested positive for the virus

The hospital also has new visitor restrictions in place to help minimise the spread of the virus

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Service closures

Libraries and visitor attractions have closed to visitors across Nottinghamshire, and couples who have booked weddings have been urged to consider postponing their celebrations.

However, The National Trust has opened most of its gardens and parks for free, so you can get some fresh air while social-distancing.

Schools across the country have closed to all pupils except those with parents who are ‘key workers’

As panic-buying continues, supermarkets have restricted opening hours to restock shelves and allow elderly people to access certain items

Although you may not be able to go out for a meal, pubs and restaurants have been given permission to become takeways

Leisure and community centres across the county have also closed

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