Hundreds of people are reportedly self-isolating following a large coronavirus outbreak at a Morrisons distribution centre in Lanarkshire.
The depot in Bellshill has been hit with a Covid-19 outbreak with NHS track and trace teams working to contact those affected.
Scottish Ambulance Service have also set up a mobile testing unit on site to combat the spread of the virus.
The Daily Record understands around 200 people are currently self isolating, however numbers have not been confirmed.
Dr Femi Oshin, NHS Lanarkshire consultant in public health medicine, said: “NHS Lanarkshire’s Test and Protect team has carried out contact tracing after individuals at XPO Logistics in Bellshill tested positive for Covid-19.
"They are currently self-isolating at home.
“NHS Lanarkshire is working closely with North Lanarkshire Council and the company with regards to the cases and has now contacted all appropriate close contacts.
"These individuals are being told to self-isolate.
“A mobile testing unit has been brought in to support other additional measures put in place to help reduce the spread and transmission of Covid-19.
“To respect and maintain confidentiality it is not possible to release any further information at this time.”
A spokesperson for XPO Logistics, who run the Morrisons depot, said: “Protecting our employees is our number one priority.
“We’re working closely with the local authorities, including NHS Lanarkshire for the track & trace while adhering to all local and Public Health Scotland guidance to ensure the appropriate health and safety measures are in place.”
