PCR tests for travellers returning to England from green-listed countries will be replaced by cheaper lateral flow tests from 24 October, in time for the half-term holidays, the UK government has confirmed.
Eligible fully vaccinated passengers arriving from countries not on the red list will be able to take a lateral flow test on or before day two of their arrival rather than a PCR test. These can be booked from 22 October.
Travellers will be able to order cheaper lateral flow tests from private testing providers as an alternative to a PCR, which will reportedly offer faster results.
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