Expand testing to confront social care spike’ says Shadow Minister
The Shadow Minister for Social Care and Older People – Janet Finch-Saunders MS – has today (June 1) urged the Welsh Government to address the recent marked increase in North Wales Covid-19 cases by further expanding testing in the social care sector.
Figures released by Public Health Wales show that (as of May 30) North Wales continues to record the highest number of positive Coronavirus cases of any Welsh region.
Mrs Finch-Saunders has also raised her concerns over the collection of Covid-19 statistics, particularly in regard to people receiving domiciliary or community care.
Speaking of the situation, Mrs Finch-Saunders said:
“I share the concern regarding the news that North Wales is recording the highest number of positive Covid-19 tests outside of Cardiff. This latest data release goes some way to reveal to true state of affairs in our region.
“With a largely older demographic in Aberconwy, I have long advocated for the expansion of testing throughout the social care sector. Regardless of setting or community size, all individuals who receive social care support should be tested if the Welsh Government is committed to protecting our valiant front-line staff.
