Health Secretary Matt Hancock giving daily coronavirus press briefing

The transcript discusses the expansion of COVID-19 testing to social care staff and care home residents, addressing the challenges of capacity and existing commitments to NHS staff. It highlights the regular testing of NHS staff, the increase in testing capacity, and the introduction of new protocols for testing in social care settings. The aim is to ensure that everyone with symptoms is tested, and those leaving hospitals are isolated until results are confirmed.

What measures are being taken to ensure that social care staff are tested regularly?

How many social care staff have already been referred for tests?

What was the situation regarding testing capacity over the Easter weekend?

What changes have been made regarding testing in social care settings?

What is the protocol for hospital staff who test positive for coronavirus?