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We accept the advice we have received from many eminent scientists that there is a...

Recommendation
We accept the advice we have received from many eminent scientists that there is a significant risk that not testing NHS staff routinely could lead to higher levels of nosocomial infections in any second spike. We therefore urge the Government to set out clearly why it is yet to implement weekly testing of all NHS staff.
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the committee's concerns about the risks of not routinely testing NHS staff and states that asymptomatic testing is an important protective measure, but does not explain why weekly testing has not been implemented as urged.
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Government Response
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HM Government Not Addressed
The Government recognises the concerns of the Committee and eminent scientists who advise that not testing NHS staff routinely could lead to higher levels of nosocomial infections in any second spike. Routine asymptomatic testing is an important component of the measures to protect NHS staff, patients and visitors from COVID-19 infection.
Source
Committee Health and Social Care Committee
Inquiry Delivering Core NHS and Care Services during the Pandemic and Beyond
Report Second Report - Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic and beyond 01 Oct 2020 HC 320
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Addressee Bodies
Department of Health and Social Care
Timeline
Recommendation age 5.8 yrs
Report published 01 Oct 2020