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Covid: lateral flow tests to remain free until June

Government to review costly policy in the Summer

Lateral flow testing kits for Covid-19 will remain free-of-charge on the Isle of Man until June, at least.

Earlier this year it was revealed government had spent almost £6million on the home testing kits since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

Chief Minister Alfred Cannan says the policy will be reviewed in the Summer:

From 1 April, when the Isle of Man moves to an 'endemic' approach to Covid-19, people will still be encouraged to self-test if displaying symptoms of coronavirus.

Staff and patients will also still be required to take an LFD test before visiting any health and care settings on the Island.

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