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Written question asked by Angela Crawley (Scottish National Party) on Friday, 20 March 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 24 March 2020. It was answered by Nadine Dorries (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 April 2020 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Coronavirus: Screening

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what criteria will be used to determine the adequacy of assessment facility conditions for screening people for covid-19 infection under schedule 20 of the Coronavirus Bill.

Answer

Assessment facilities will be determined as adequate if there is availability of staff with the clinical expertise to take samples and/or medical history; staff have the relevant protective equipment; they are able to safely take biological samples; and the facility is cleaned appropriately.

A Public Health Officer will advise on what can be considered as a suitable facility including for those who are unable to self-isolate at home and will work with relevant authorities to ensure this.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
32693
Session
2019-21
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Standards Screening Coronavirus
Legislation
Coronavirus Bill 2019-21
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk