“The secretary of state is losing control of this virus.” Shadow health secretary JonAshworth says that “we are at a perilous moment” and that coronavirus testing needs fixing “now”. Get more on this story here:
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has admitted there are"challenges" with the coronavirus testing system following a"sharp rise" in demand.
Speaking to MPs on Tuesday, Mr Hancock said the government was"working hard" to fix issues with COVID-19 testing availability as he hinted at a possible future rationing of tests. "The whole House knows there are operational challenges and we're working hard to fix them," the health secretary said.The government has come under growing pressure from NHS hospital trusts, public health officials and MPs over a lack of availability of coronavirus tests in some areas.Mr Hancock said he would not rule out a further prioritisation of testing in order to ensure hospitals and care homes can get the tests they need.
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