Free COVID testing to end for most in Northern Ireland from 22 April
Health Minister Robin Swann confirms most people in Northern Ireland will lose eligibility for free COVID testing from 22 April, with lateral flow tests continuing only for those with symptoms. Routine contact tracing is to be phased out between mid-April and June.
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Sign in or subscribeBrowse free archive reportsHealth Minister Robin Swann confirms most people in Northern Ireland will lose eligibility for free COVID testing from 22 April, with lateral flow tests continuing only for those with symptoms. Routine contact tracing is to be phased out between mid-April and June.