Two people have tested positive for coronavirus at a dessert parlour in town.

The manager of newly opened Kaspa's desserts has today confirmed that two of his employees have tested postive for Covid-19.

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The staff who tested positive are confirmed to be students from Garth Hill College.

They are self-isolating for 14 days under government advice.

Sam the store manager said: "We have taken action to make it right and have closed the restaurant tonight for cleaning. "Out of my team, two people have tested postive but nine have been negative. Thje issue is not as big as people are making it out to.

"We cannot close this business for good but I have always said to my staff that their health always comes first."

Timothy Wheadon, Chief Executive of Bracknell Forest Council has reassured residents.

He said: "We are aware of information circulating suggesting there has been positive cases of COVID-19 in the community.

“We would like to reassure residents that we are working with partners, including Public Health England, to investigate the situation and will take appropriate action, once all the facts are established.

“Meanwhile we would ask members of the public to remain vigilant and to please continue with good health and hygiene practices. This includes regular hand washing, social distancing, wearing a face covering in enclosed spaces and on public transport and avoiding large crowds and gatherings.

“Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms must self-isolate immediately and get tested via the NHS Test and Trace system.”