Réada Cronin (Kildare North, Sinn Fein)
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886. To ask the Minister for Health if the HSE will issue clear instructions to those attending Covid test centres that public transport must not to be taken to the site given the threat of virus spread to fellow passengers and public transport workers; if alternative arrangements can be made for them in cases in which persons are dependent on public transport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5943/21]

Stephen Donnelly (Wicklow, Fianna Fail)
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The HSE has published advice addressing how people should travel to the test centre, which is available through the following link: . This advice specifically states that public transport should not be used, and that respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene and social distancing guidelines should be adhered to during the journey if travelling with others or by foot. If an individual has a medical condition which means they are unable to attend a test centre, they can contact their GP who may request a home test, which will be considered based on their medical needs.