MORE than 400 people have tested positive for coronavirus at the University of Reading, according to the latest figures.

A total of 407 students and staff have tested positive for the virus since the start of the academic year which began on September 28, 2020.

Figures released today (Thursday, January 14) show 52 staff members have tested positive and 355 students have tested positive also.

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These numbers include people who are no longer 'active'.

The number of daily new cases stands at four.

This is the number of new Covid-19 positive test results reported to the university from students and staff in the previous 24 hours.

The seven-day rolling total of reported cases is 29 - this gives an indication of the number of current 'active' cases.

The website also details what happens when a student or staff member tests positive and support and advice available for students who are self-isolating.