Status: 02.03.2021 9.45 a.m.
Corona rapid tests should play a major role in the future with regard to loosening. A new rapid test strategy is also being worked on in Hamburg before the federal-state summit on Wednesday.
Presumably there will soon also be many contact points in Hamburg where people can take a free quick test. It has not yet been decided whether, as proposed by the federal government, centers will be set up at airports, train stations and highways, or whether pharmacies and medical practices will be used. For Mayor Peter Tschentscher (SPD), more rapid tests are indispensable for possible opening steps – which the federal and state governments want to debate on Wednesday.
Social authority: rapid tests do not allow concerts or parties
According to the social welfare authorities, there will be no larger events such as concerts or parties even if rapid tests are used: this is logistically impossible with the previous rapid tests. So-called self-tests, such as those used in schools, daycare centers and nursing homes, are also not an option. When it comes to official evidence, a third person has to take the tests.
AUDIO: Corona rapid tests: Hamburg develops strategy (1 min)
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Senate: Relaxation only possible with a rapid test strategy
On Tuesday, Senate spokesman Marcel Schweitzer said at the state press conference that Hamburg is fundamentally interested in further opening steps. We are therefore eagerly awaiting further explanations from Federal Health Minister Jens Spahn (CDU) on the announced free rapid tests at the talks on Wednesday. Hamburg is “basically well positioned” for a test strategy. In addition, the Senate has started talks to procure its own rapid tests if necessary. “Because we need very, very many to be able to make openings,” added Schweitzer.
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