Parents are 'dreading' the prospect hinted at by Home Secretary Priti Patel of schools being shut throughout January as Britain grapples with the new strain of coronavirus. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A PCR TEST AND A LATERAL FLOW? These rapid coronavirus tests, known as lateral flow tests, are ones that can be done on the spot using portable equipment. SO, WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF LATERAL FLOW TESTING? From January 4, staff in secondary schools will have access to weekly rapid lateral flow tests.

Source: Daily Mail December 22, 2020 09:42 UTC