Rotherham pub closes for deep clean after customer tests positive for Covid-19

A PUB in Rotherham town centre has closed today for a deep clean after a customer tested positive for Covid-19. 

Owners of The Rhinoceros pub on Bridgegate announced their temporary closure on Facebook earlier today.

 "Unfortunately we have had to close today (Monday), due to a customer testing positive for Covid-19," said a spokesperson.

"We well be having a deep clean and all our staff will be tested before we reopen - we will keep you informed of any updates."

The pub owners said the person who had tested postive for Covid-19 was believed to have entered the pub yesterday (Sunday). 

A sign has also been put up on the doors of the pub urging anyone who visited over the weekend to get tested.