A WARNING not to swim or paddle in the sea at Llandudno, Colwyn Bay and Rhos-on-Sea due to the levels of bacteria is still in place.

Notices against swimming in the sea were put out on Saturday, after regular water testing by Natural Resources Wales found high levels of bacteria.

The notices read: “You are advised not to swim or paddle in the sea.

“There is increased risk that water quality may be affected by pollution.”

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The warning remains in place, with the NRW keeping the council updated on test samples, and when it will be safe enough to return.

A Conwy County Borough Council spokesperson said: “We were notified about levels of bacteria in bathing water at North Shore and Cayley Promenade by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) who carry out regular water quality testing.

“Notices advising against swimming or paddling in the sea were put out on Saturday.

“NRW are keeping us updated with results on test samples.”