Tag: lateral flow

England to Cap Number of LFTs as Free Tests Scaled Back

The number of free lateral flow tests available each day will be capped to “manage demand” as the UK Government scales back free testing for people in England. Tests ordered online are only available every three days, when previously people could order a new pack every 24 hours. The public has been encouraged not to…


UK Government Accused of ‘Poor Oversight’ as Travellers Face New Test Difficulties

The relaxation of coronavirus rules for returning holidaymakers risks being marred by difficulties obtaining affordable lateral flow tests. From Sunday, fully vaccinated people arriving in England from a non-red list country can use a lateral flow test rather than the PCR version. When Health Secretary Sajid Javid announced the new policy last week, he said…