Where can I buy an antigen test in Ireland and what do I need to know?

The quick and broadly accurate tests aren't a substitute for a full PCR examination - but they're handy in a pinch, and selling out quickly

Antigen test: quick and generally reliable results have put a premium on availability at present

With more of us interacting with others for the first time in a long time, many of us are considering having some antigen tests to hand at home due to the recent rise in Covid-19 case numbers.

The tests currently retail at €6-8 each, depending on where you go, though the government is considering subsidies for the rapid-testing kits to make them more accessible.