First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced that Scotland will drop mandatory PCR tests for people arriving in Scotland. From 4am on October 31, travellers will be allowed to take lateral flow tests, also known as rapid tests, on day two after arrival.
The results will be accepted with photo identification. People entering Scotland will be able to book rapid tests from a list of UK Government approved providers from Friday at 5pm.
Travellers will save up to £48 on Covid tests when Scotland's travel rules align with those in England.Government-provided PCR tests are much more expensive at £68 per test, whereas Sturgeon said the lateral flow tests will cost between £20 and £30.The free lateral flow test service cannot be used for travel.Engla
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