RESIDENTS have been urged to adhere to social distancing in parks and public open spaces.

The Leader has reported recently how Wrexham's police officers have been out and about ensuring members of the public are following the government's guidelines in order to reduce the spread of coronavirus.

Wrexham Council has reiterated the call, with a spokesman stating: "The Government says people can leave their homes to exercise once-a-day, and we recognise that parks and open spaces can provide places for people to walk and exercise.

"However, you should only use your local parks (you shouldn’t be jumping in a car to drive to parks in other parts of the county borough) and you must adhere to social distancing – staying at least two metres away from anyone you don’t live with.

"We’ve also asked dog-owners to keep their pets on leads…to reduce the chances of people having to get close to each other (for example, if two dogs start playing or fighting, and the owners have to get close to separate them). So please keep your dog on a lead.

"Finally, remember that all council-managed play areas are shut, so please don’t use them."