The Public Health England data, released on October 14, covers the period from October 6-12 and is based on tests carried out in laboratories (known as pillar one of the Government’s testing programme) and in the wider community (known as pillar two). Pictures are for illustrative purposes only. Previous figures for the county are available here.
13. Bothal
Twelve cases cases have been recorded in the week ending October 12 in this ward. Photo: Other 3rd Party
14. Ponteland East and Stannington
There have been 12 positive cases in Ponteland East and Stannington ward. Photo: Google
15. South Blyth
Ten positive Covid-19 tests were recorded in the week ending October 12. Photo: JPIMedia
16. Overall picture
The figures for October 6-12 show there were 555 confirmed new coronavirus cases across the county and a rate of 173.3 infections per 100,000 people. This compares to 587 new covid cases and a rate of 183.28 infections per 100,000 people for the week ending October 5. Photo: Other 3rd Party