There’s no reason to think Wiltshire will move into Tier 3 on Wednesday, says public health boss. 

Recent reports in the national press predicted that Wiltshire and Swindon could possibly be moving into the strictest Covid category. 

However, Wiltshire Council has been quick to shoot down the claims and said it is important to take note of official data rather than speculative reports. 

According to official government data, the Wiltshire Council area rate is 67.4 cases per 100,000. 

Wiltshire’s public health director, Kate Blackburn said case numbers had dropped in recent weeks but it was important remain be vigilant moving into the festive season. 

"Case levels are recorded by the government but we have no reason to believe that our areas will be increased to the very high alert tier when the tiers are reviewed on December 16,” she said

"Wiltshire Council continues to work hard to reduce cases and I want to thank people for taking responsibility and ensuring they follow all the necessary measures."

A Wiltshire Council spokesman added: “A national news item reported figures from an organisation called joinzoe where people can put in if they have Covid-19 symptoms and from this suggested increased figures could mean Tier 3.”