What do you think about schools reopening in September? Let us know in the survey below : If you cannot see this survey please click here “We’ve been working with our communities to make sure we get those key messages out.”The council has also advised residents to wear face coverings at all times and to get tested even if they are experiencing only mild symptoms.A statement on the authority’s website said evidence from Public Health England showed a spike of coronavirus cases in Preston, with the majority of the spread through households and community.It said: “The city is surrounded by areas that have had enforced measures implemented by Government and we want to act now to stop that from happening (in) Preston.”Mr Phillips told BBC.