It could have also been used as a tool to wind down managed isolation and quarantine earlier than it was, Sir Ian said. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSONNow the tests were approved, the Government needed to subsidise their use and be prioritising them into schools, hospitals and businesses. "But it’s good to finally get them approved and ready to go," he said. When contacted, a Ministry of Health spokeswoman confirmed it had approved the Lucira test for sale and use in New Zealand. Asked whether Sir Ian would get his confiscated tests back, the spokeswoman said the ministry did not remove any Lucira tests and referred comment to the New Zealand Customs Service.

Source: Otago Daily Times June 10, 2022 22:35 UTC