Caravan park owners urged to stick to coronavirus lockdown regulations

Caravan park and camp site owners are being reminded to stick to the coronavirus lockdown regulations by remaining closed.

First Minister of Wales Mark Drakeford made the order for them to be shut last month after significant concerns were raised about the number of visitors to the country during the COVID-19 outbreak, placing extra pressure on local services.

They must remain closed until further notice, unless specifically exempt or requested and approved by the Welsh Government or local authorities.

Now Denbighshire Council and North Wales Police are issuing a reminder for sites to remain closed until the order has been lifted.

Councillor Mark Young, cabinet member for safer communities, said: “We are living in unprecedented times due to coronavirus and clear guidelines have been issued by the Welsh and UK Governments that people should adhere to social-distancing, self-isolation and only undertake essential journeys.

“Welsh Government made the order to close campsite and caravan park accommodation immediately to assist in preventing the spread of the virus, and to limit the impact of visitors on our health and care services locally which are already under considerable pressure.

“Asking customers to stay at their main home address is helping to protect their safety, that of the people of Denbighshire as well as our vital health and care services.

“We are extremely grateful to those owners or caravan sites and campsites that have shown great co-operation and it is a timely reminder with the current good weather to continue adhering to these regulations until further notice.”