Community rugby has been suspended affecting the local teams in Penarth and across Wales until the end of March 2020.

Old Penarthians RFC responded to the announcement on Twitter.

They said: ''The news I guess we were expecting - all rugby suspended until March 30 at least.

''There may not be rugby to watch but we still need your support - lots going on at the Old Penarthians - all welcome.''

The Wales Rugby Union have made a statement on the decision.

They said: ''The WRU, having considered expert medical advice has taken the precautionary measure of suspending all forms of rugby, including training and rugby-related courses, from 6 pm on Saturday 14 March up to and including Monday 30 March 2020.

''The WRU has taken this decision in the interests of players, supporters, volunteers, referees, stakeholders and Welsh communities in general.

''The WRU will continue to assess this fast-moving situation and provide further updates in due course.''

Locally, this will affect the following First Team Fixtures:

• Penarth RFC -

28 March, 2020 vs Cardiff Quins (Home)

• Old Penarthians RFC -

28 March 2020 vs Hirwaun RFC (Away)

Please find Penarth Nub News' latest update on the safety measures of coronavirus locally.