![]() Our priority during the pandemic is to support the nation’s efforts to fight COVID-19 and help keep the country running. Simon Venn, Chief Government & Strategy Officer, Mitie, said: The testing centre is being operated in partnership with Mitie, and will offer self-administered tests. These sites are not possible without the hard work of many people and I would like to thank everyone involved for their incredible efforts. We know testing is a vital part of our fight against coronavirus and these walk-through centres will make it even easier for everyone to get a free test. The UK Government is committed to expanding testing capacity in Scotland and this new walk-through centre in Glasgow, funded by the UK Government, is a key part of this. UK Government minister for Scotland, Iain Stewart, said: More walk-through sites are expected to open across Scotland in the coming weeks. In Scotland this includes 6 drive-through sites, the Lighthouse Lab in Glasgow, 18 Mobile Testing Units and now two walk-through sites – all funded by the UK Government. The site is part of the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history. Testing is available for everyone, with additional support for vulnerable groups and people with disabilities. Testing at the new site will start today. Those being tested will be required to follow public health measures, including social distancing, not travelling by taxi or public transport, practising good personal hygiene and wearing a face covering throughout (including travelling to and from the testing centre).Īnyone attending an appointment at a walk-through testing will be provided with guidance on getting to and from the test site safely. ![]() The new site is hosted by Glasgow Caledonian University and is easily accessible without a car. Tests should be booked or ordered as soon as symptoms begin at NHS Inform or by calling 08 and you can expect your result the next day. A walk-through coronavirus testing facility will open today (Friday 18 September) at Arc Sports Centre in Glasgow, as part of the UK Government’s drive to improve the accessibility of coronavirus testing for communities across the UK.Īnyone with coronavirus symptoms, however mild, can get a free swab test that takes less than a minute. ![]()
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