A Co Tyrone school has closed this morning following a coronavirus outbreak.
Holy Cross College in Strabane said it had to close this morning after "two further confirmed cases in the school community."
The school has around 1,600 male and female pupils, aged from 11 to 18.
In a statement posted on social media this morning, Holy Cross said: "Unfortunately the school has had to close at very short notice this morning due to two further confirmed cases in the school community.
"Further details will be provided as the day unfolds via SIMS parent app, FaceBook and Instagram."
Holy Cross had announced two previous cases of Covid-19 at the weekend. In a statement released on Sunday, the school said that after consultation with the Public Health Agency (PHA), "close contacts have been informed and advised to self-isolate for fourteen days."
Staff and pupils had been advised to arrive at the school at 11am on Monday to allow for "an extra layer of cleaning of the building".
Speaking on Sunday, Holy Cross Principal Clare Bradley said: "I assure you we are doing everything we can to continue to operate Holy Cross College as safely as we can for everyone, in line with PHA guidance.
Sinn Féin West Tyrone MP Órfhlaith Begley said the closure of Holy Cross highlights the need for people to be vigilant and follow public health advice.
Ms Begley said: “The closure of Holy Cross College in Strabane as a result of COVID-19 will no doubt cause concern among many parents.
“The decision was taken as a precaution for the safety of pupils, school staff and the wider community as a result of rising infection rates.
“This reinforces the need for people to adhere to the call from Michelle O’Neill last night that this is a crucial time and that everyone must play their part in helping to stop the spread of the virus by following the public health advice and regulations.
“I know this wasn't an easy decision for the school to take and the safety of pupils and staff is paramount."
