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Rapid swab kits were not available online and pharmacies across the UK warned they had run out too. Appointments for drive-through and walk-in Covid tests were also unavailable for hours.
The Association of Independent Multiple Pharmacies has called for urgent action to improve the supply of lateral flow testing kits due to the unprecedented demand ahead of NYE plans.
For a second day running, a message on the Government website has appeared (pictured) stating: Sorry, there are no home delivery slots left for rapid lateral flow tests right now.