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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
World
Hannah Devlin Science correspondent

How to navigate Covid etiquette now England has ended free testing

The official end of free testing kits in England means people under 75 and not shielding have to pay about £2 a test from a chemist or supermarket.
The official end of free testing kits in England means people under 75 and not shielding have to pay about £2 a test from a chemist or supermarket. Photograph: Danny Lawson/PA

Covid cases have hit an all-time high in England just as free testing kits for the public came to an end. This strange juxtaposition, combined with the lack of rules on masks and vague guidance on self-isolating, has left some wondering how to navigate the latest wave of infections.

When should I do a test – if at all?

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