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Asked by Paula

AQW 7624/17-22 Written question to the Minister of Health

To ask the Minister of Health when scientific advice stated that COVID-19 testing in airports is worthwhile.

Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 25 September 2020

  • Answered
  • Written
Tabled
25 September 2020
Answer due by
12 October 2020
Answered
7 October 202012 days after tabling
Department
Department of Health
Priority question
No

Answer

I can advise you that testing for travellers is under active consideration and work is ongoing to develop a scientifically robust methodology which is deliverable, and ensures the risk of transmission of Covid-19 by international travellers is effectively managed.

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