A Herefordshire school is closed today due to a sickness bug that has affected a number of staff and children.

In an update on the Herefordshire Council school closures portal, Michaelchurch Escley Primary School said:

“Unfortunately the school is closed today following advice from our Health and Safety Advisor due to a sickness bug that has affected a significant number of staff and pupils.

“A deep clean of the school has been arranged for the weekend, and we plan to reopen as normal on Monday.”