Free access to LFTs once a vulnerable person has been exposed to Covid and is showing symptoms is not good enough. This reckless course of action presents real risk. 

It is essential support workers and carers are able to test prior to close contact with someone who is vulnerable to covid. 

As a sibling carer it is imperative that any friends I meet with are able to check they are clear of Covid before spending time with me. I can't afford the danger of infecting my brother, I can't risk being unable to provide essential care and I honestly can't bear being completely isolated from any human interaction again. 

The image below is from a BBC NEWS article confirming there are no plans to allow free access to LFTs as a preventative measure to protect the vulnerable.