The Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, has announced the new NHS Test and Trace App ('the App’) which is set to be
launched in the UK on Thursday 24 September, available to people aged sixteen
and over. Students and teachers can download the App to their smart phone, and
use it to book a test if they have COVID-19 symptoms. Using the App will
capture results, and help us to monitor the spread of the virus, and take
appropriate action. The App is a key part of the country’s ongoing COVID-19
response, aiming to extend the speed, precision and reach of NHS Test and
Trace.
Please take some time to get used to the App and learn about its features,
including the use of the ‘Check-in’ facility which you can make use of if your
institution operates commercial training environments such as hairdressing, beauty
salons, sports and fitness facilities or restaurants. Further guidance on
the App to support its use in education settings will be provided.