FOR THOSE looking to travel internationally this year, good news was announced by the government yesterday (May 10).
A list of coronavirus travel test-providers was updated on the Government website, providing a list of businesses that could potentially provide day 2 and day 8 testing for international arrivals during the 10-day quarantine period.
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The bad news, however, is that many holiday forums and social media groups have expressed concerns that the costs of these tests could put-off families from travelling, with tests being as costly as £300 per person (or more) in some areas of the country.
As a result, we have listed the PCR test providers in and close to Berkshire, as well as their prices per person.
West Byfleet Consulting, Sunningdale, Ascot - Cost: £210 - 285 (More than 1 person only)
Heathrow Medical Services, Longford, Middlesex - Cost: £158
Hampshire Travel Clinic, Emsworth, Hants. - Cost: £220
Global Health Travel Clinic, Guilford, Surrey - Cost: £210
The Church Pharmacy, Weybridge, Surrey - Cost: £180
Southdowns Private Healthcare, Chichester - Cost: £350
Covid Testing Clinic, Elstree, herts. - Cost: £220
For more details on where to get tests, including nation-wide and from-home options, visit www.gov.uk/guidance/providers-of-day-2-and-day-8-coronavirus-testing-for-international-arrivals.
Would you be happy to pay these prices if it meant a holiday abroad? We are looking for answers from residents all across Berkshire. Please let us know either in the comments below or email your thoughts to news@readingchronicle.co.uk.
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