'Full and frank’ update on Covid-19 testing needed as HSE appoints new lead

Calls have been made for a "full and frank" update on Covid-19 testing following confirmation that the HSE has appointed a new lead to oversee its testing strategy and turn test results around in a 48-hour period.

The appointment was confirmed at a briefing between political party leaders and senior HSE officials on Thursday and follows concerns that some individuals are waiting more than two to three weeks for test results.