These testing kits that Michael Gove says are unavailable

[lardy]

It's misleading because a test of someone with no symptoms, who wants a test due to panicing, will almost certainly say they haven't got it... it's also misleading because Germany tested on request, not on those suspected of having it. As a result, they've blown a lot of test kits for little benefit.

That's why Germany have now changed their testing approach - and Germany's rise in deaths day on day follows the pattern of other nations.

If the argument is that we don't have many kits yet so should use them.wisely, then yes. But otherwise...We want to know who has it and who hasn't. Having a true handle on it means the health service can allocate resources more efficiently. I still don't see how more accurate data can be misleading.

[xsnaggle]

Just watching the BBC and everyone agreeing that certain chemicals are in short supply. n
None of those involved in the converstaion are from the government.

So it appears there is a concensus that there is a shortage but I would hope chemical plants are rushing to produce more.

[Lord Dargavel]

Christ almighty there is some utter nonsense being spouted by people who believe they understand medical testing, reagents and so forth. You don’t !!! You think you do as you’ve read the news !!!