The rodent was captured rummaging around
Pest control workers were called in after a rat was spotted inside a secondary school, council bosses have confirmed.
Council officials, however, said there was 'certainly no grounds' to suggest an infestation and confirmed in a statement 'only one' rat was seen. The council's pest control team has since been informed and is working with the school, which has around 1,000 pupils. Anglesey Council says there are 'no grounds' to suggest an infestation at the school.
An Isle of Anglesey County Council spokesperson said: "We can confirm that a rat was seen on the school grounds at Ysgol Uwchradd Bodedern earlier today.
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