Commenting as Welsh Government announce that from Easter they will no longer be carrying out asymptomatic testing in schools, Laura Doel, Director of NAHT Cymru said:
“We all share the desire to return to more normal way of life post-pandemic and it is reassuring that the Welsh Government continues to take a slow and steady approach to lifting restrictions.
“While we continue to be led by the medical experts over the need for asymptomatic testing, covid-19 continues to have a very real impact on our schools.
“If the government believes now is the time to roll back on asymptomatic testing, there must be a clear protocol in place for schools to follow if there is an outbreak or if staff and leaner absence reach critical levels. It cannot simply be the case that a decision is made on testing and schools have to deal with the consequences. School leaders will need the guidance and support to react quickly if the need arises.”
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