We want free Lateral Flow Tests available to those who are Clinically Extremely Vulnerable
We want free Lateral Flow Tests available to those who are Clinically Extremely Vulnerable
Why this petition matters
Covid still poses a fatal risk to the vulnerable. My brother Dan has profound and multiple learning disabilities and is classed as Clinically Extremely Vulnerable to Covid.
We have shielded, my brother didn't leave the house at all for 101 days in 2020. The Government advice was to stay indoors and even after shielding officially ended we were advised to live 'extremely cautiously'.
We are terrified. The very least the Government can do is to maintain free access to LFTs for those classed as CEV and those who provide them support.
As a sibling carer I need to know any friends I meet with have a clear LFT. Please don't shut us away again. We are unseen and isolated.
Dan has support workers coming into his home and needs support with all aspects of his personal care. He is not able to wear a mask. It is irresponsible for the Government to forget about those who have been hit hardest during this pandemic.
Keeping free access to LFTs for the vulnerable is essential.