LONDON: The English Competition Watchdog said the week would see the cost of testing Covid-19 for travelers after Health Secretary Sajid Javid complained that the high price for the test mandated by the government prevented several people from going on vacation.
PCR tests needed for most travelers averaged around 75 pounds ($ 104) each, or 300 pounds for families four, but many companies collect significantly more.
Prices quoted by providers listed on government websites range from 17 pounds ($ 24) to 250 pounds ($ 347).
Javid said on Sunday that he had asked for competition and marketed authority to crack down on “unfair market practices” by the test provider.
“People must be able to go on vacation, whether it is to see family or just to relax, without fear of excessive costs for the PCR test, ” he said on Twitter.
Watchdog has the authority to intervene directly when uncovering unfair practices but it reveals It can also provide direct advice to ministers so that they can take faster action.
“We realize worries about developing markets for Covid-19 tests for international travelers,” said the agency.
“We hope to provide advice to the Secretary of State.
About the best way to ensure that tourists have access to affordable and reliable tests.
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