Testing Protocols Remain The Same

Minister of National Security, Stuart Young, said throughout the pandemic the Ministry has been guided by public health experts as it pertains to the testing of those in the Protective Services. In light of the recent infection of three Immigration Officers with COVID-19 and approximately 20 others in quarantine, the Minister was asked in the Senate to indicate whether a regular testing COVID-19 programme for persons in such contact intensive jobs will be implemented. He said the protocols for testing remain the same. He added that additional measures are in place to protect the Immigration Officers.