People don't need symptoms to purchase a test.
Boots is to become the first pharmacy in Ireland to offer covid 19 testing services in stores.
The tests cost €139 and are for people without Covid symptoms, with results available the following day.
From December 4, the following Boots stores will offer the testing service:
- Letterkenny Retail Park in Co Donegal
- Gateway Shopping Park, Knocknacarra in Co. Galway
- Half Moon Street, in Co Cork
- Naas Monread Shopping Centre in Co Kildare
- Dawson St in Dublin 2
- Church Street, Tullamore in Co Offaly
- Ashbourne Town Centre in Co Meath
Boots says the testing service is "an accessible solution" for those who would prefer peace of mind before seeing friends and family as is permissible by Government guidelines at the time.
"However, it is important to note that a negative test does not preclude people from observing Government guidelines which must continue to be adhered to at all times," the pharmacy chain said.
"These tests are specifically for customers who do not have any Covid-19 symptoms. Anyone with symptoms must follow the latest Government or HSE guidance to access testing," it added.
