THE Royal Bolton Hospital has lifted the ban on visiting by children which was put in place to prevent the spread of the sickness and diarrhoea bug, norovirus.

Over recent weeks there were several closures of wards to new admissions due to norovirus, but now the outbreak has settled.

A spokesman said: "One bay on ward B4 remains closed as a precaution.

"Children may now visit the wards."

The hospital is reminding visitors to observe the following guidance: no more than two visitors at any one time; visitors should not visit if they are currently experiencing diarrhoea/vomiting; visitors should be at least three days free of symptoms before visiting; visitors should wash their hands on entry and exit to affected wards and departments; after contact with a patient with diarrhoea/vomiting; after contact with the environment where patients have diarrhoea/vomiting.

Visitors with queries or concerns should contact the ward.

For information call 01204 390390.