A lateral flow test is required within 24 hours before attending the Cazoo Open for all spectators. This includes those who have been vaccinated and those that have recovered from the virus. If you are attending the tournament on multiple days you must test in advance of each day.
Testing is compulsory for those 18 and over, and at parents discretion for Under-18’s.
Overview of lateral flow testing
Lateral flow tests are used to identify people with COVID-19 who are not showing symptoms. Around 1 in 3 individuals with COVID-19 do not have any symptoms. If left undetected they will continue to spread the virus. Testing those without symptoms is an important tool in the fight against coronavirus. Each positive case identified can help prevent many more infections. LFTs are easy to use and give results in 30 minutes. They are easy to interpret and can be used in a wide range of settings.
Ordering a free NHS lateral flow kit
Lateral flow testing kits can be ordered through the government for free. and can be ordered to your home in 1-2 days. You can also collect testing kits in person from distribution sites or collect from most pharmacies. 1 testing kit includes 7 tests at a time.
Order free kits - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing/regular-rapid-coronavirus-tests-if-you-do-not-have-symptoms/ - Click through to ‘Order Rapid Lateral Flow home test kits on Gov.UK’ .
Find your nearest collection point - https://maps.test-and-trace.nhs.uk/
Local Pharmacy offering free lateral flow kits - https://111.wales.nhs.uk/LocalServices/
Administering a lateral flow test
Instructions on how to take a lateral flow test are included in your test kit. You can also find information on taking tests, along with video guidance, and other frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) through the below government link.
https://gov.wales/lateral-flow-testing-people-without-symptoms
Uploading a lateral flow test and proof of testing
You will be required to upload your lateral flow result on the government website found here: https://www.gov.uk/report-covid19-result .
This will send you an email/text confirmation, which can be shown as proof of having undertaken your test on entry to the Cazoo Open.
