'Imminent' roll-out of routine testing to see how widespread Covid-19 really is
Amid calls for more tests, Health Minister confirms routine nationwide testing will start.
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Labour MP self-isolates over coronavirus concerns
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PM looking at coronavirus 'deportation powers', warns travellers must self-isolate
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