More than 70,000 PCR tests were completed in Lambeth during surge testing for the Covid-19 variant first found in South Africa, with 0.2 per cent turning out positive.
Surge testing was launched on April 12 after 44 confirmed and 30 probable cases were found in Lambeth and Wandsworth - it expanded to Southwark and Barnet in the following days.
Ruth Hutt, Lambeth’s director of public health, said: “We thank everyone who took part in this enhanced testing, and the preliminary findings indicate no spread of the variant locally.
“We know many people have gone out of their way to get tested, often waiting patiently in line to have a PCR swab. It is hugely appreciated.