oronavirus outbreak has been identified at a Scots extra care housing development in Peebles after 28 people caught the killer bug.
A total of 16 residents and 12 staff have now tested positive for Covid-19 at Dovecot Court. Eildon Housing Association, who run the facility, say they are working closely with NHS Borders, the Scottish Borders Council and SB Cares to ensure the safety and wellbeing of tenants.
Visiting at the sheltered housing complex has temporarily been suspended due to the cluster however this will be ‘reviewed regularly’.Jen Holland, Chief Operating Officer of SB Cares, said: “We have robust contingency plans in place to ensure that our ongoing service provision to clients in Dovecot Court is maintained throughout this.