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<p>The Senior Deputy Speaker has asked me, as Chair of the Services Committee, to
respond on his behalf.</p><p>Some preliminary discussions regarding on site testing
for those required to attend the Palace of Westminster for the work of both Houses
were held, however, NHS testing is available to all members and staff exhibiting COVID-19
symptoms, by post and at sites across the country, and staff and members have been
directed to these services. The nature of the work carried out on the estate and the
current restrictions on non-passholders has meant that further testing on site is
currently not recommended as being required. A number of steps have been taken, in
line with Public Health England guidance, to mitigate the risk to members and staff
required to attend in person.</p>
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