Responding to the publication of the NHS Test and Trace service figures for the period 28 May – 3 June 2020, Cllr Ian Hudspeth, Chairman of the Local Government Association’s Community Wellbeing Board, said:
“We all need to do whatever is possible to get this pandemic under control and it is in everyone’s interests that this test and trace system works as planned.
“If we are to collectively defeat coronavirus, people need to continue to do their civic duty and share their contacts. This is vital so that we can stop its transmission and protect those most at risk, including older people and those who are most vulnerable.
“The service has not yet been able to reach a number of people, whose contact details were unavailable or incorrect or where there has been no response to text, email and call reminders. Councils remain ready to work with the Government so they can use their experience and expertise to help contact and trace these people.
“We will continue to work with government to ensure councils have the powers, flexibilities, data and long-term funding they need to maximise their capabilities, skills and experience and ensure the programme is run effectively and is sustainable.”
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