Surge testing for Covid-19 variant in Bristol

The video discusses the surge testing efforts in South Gloucestershire and Bristol, highlighting the setup of three testing sites over the weekend. It reports a high uptake with over 2000 tests conducted across the sites, aiming to detect mutations of the Kent Strain. The focus is on testing asymptomatic individuals in defined areas to control the virus spread.

How many tests were carried out across the three sites mentioned?

What is the significance of testing asymptomatic individuals in the defined areas?