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Use of same code for day two lateral flow

samal
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Booking day two lateral flow test for 2 on one order for return to UK on 7 Dec. The chosen provider only issues one code. The order email will confirm two tests booked.
Has any one used one code on two passenger locator forms?
Has any one used one code on two passenger locator forms?
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Yes. Last month. Its absolutely fine if thats what the confirmation says.
Funnily enough the same company then gave us two different codes this weekend on the same order, so there is clearly no rhyme and reason to it.
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The 'man in the pub' told me that he'd used the same code several times for his PLF and then just used the NHS test for his own peace of mind
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HiAny other experience of using same code for PLF for two people?0
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Back in late September we ordered two PCR's from Testing For All and only had one code which the PLF accepted for both of us.
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The PLF form has no checking behind in terms of the COVID test value - so you could keep re-using the same one - you do of course run the risk of a fine.We’ve had to remove your signature. Please check the Forum Rules if you’re unsure why it’s been removed and, if still unsure, email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com0
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Butts said:isplumm said:The PLF form has no checking behind in terms of the COVID test value - so you could keep re-using the same one - you do of course run the risk of a fine.
I'm not saying that such analysis is likely to happen, or speculating about the consequences, but it certainly seems technically possible to spot repeated use of the same codes....0 -
eskbanker said:Butts said:isplumm said:The PLF form has no checking behind in terms of the COVID test value - so you could keep re-using the same one - you do of course run the risk of a fine.
I'm not saying that such analysis is likely to happen, or speculating about the consequences, but it certainly seems technically possible to spot repeated use of the same codes....
I am going to Albania on Friday and returning on Sunday Evening.
I originally booked a LF Test as was the requirement at the time. Subsequently the rules changed and a PCR Test now has to be taken.
My test provider gave clients the option to upgrade from a LF to a PCR Test at a reduced rate from cancelling the first and reordering a second.
It looks like they are going to send me both from my interpretation of their ordering process. Each Test has an individual number for the PLF Form necessary to return to the UK.
If I inadvertently entered the number for my LF Test on the PLF form is it "smart" enough to reject it as being the wrong type of test ?
If not the whole system is a complete shambles ?0 -
Butts said:eskbanker said:Butts said:isplumm said:The PLF form has no checking behind in terms of the COVID test value - so you could keep re-using the same one - you do of course run the risk of a fine.
I'm not saying that such analysis is likely to happen, or speculating about the consequences, but it certainly seems technically possible to spot repeated use of the same codes....
I am going to Albania on Friday and returning on Sunday Evening.
I originally booked a LF Test as was the requirement at the time. Subsequently the rules changed and a PCR Test now has to be taken.
My test provider gave clients the option to upgrade from a LF to a PCR Test at a reduced rate from cancelling the first and reordering a second.
It looks like they are going to send me both from my interpretation of their ordering process. Each Test has an individual number for the PLF Form necessary to return to the UK.
If I inadvertently entered the number for my LF Test on the PLF form is it "smart" enough to reject it as being the wrong type of test ?
If not the whole system is a complete shambles ?0 -
eskbanker said:Butts said:eskbanker said:Butts said:isplumm said:The PLF form has no checking behind in terms of the COVID test value - so you could keep re-using the same one - you do of course run the risk of a fine.
I'm not saying that such analysis is likely to happen, or speculating about the consequences, but it certainly seems technically possible to spot repeated use of the same codes....
I am going to Albania on Friday and returning on Sunday Evening.
I originally booked a LF Test as was the requirement at the time. Subsequently the rules changed and a PCR Test now has to be taken.
My test provider gave clients the option to upgrade from a LF to a PCR Test at a reduced rate from cancelling the first and reordering a second.
It looks like they are going to send me both from my interpretation of their ordering process. Each Test has an individual number for the PLF Form necessary to return to the UK.
If I inadvertently entered the number for my LF Test on the PLF form is it "smart" enough to reject it as being the wrong type of test ?
If not the whole system is a complete shambles ?
This is a prime example of why the testing should be controlled by The Government, not a mish mash of private operators.
If they were really serious about it, the PLF should be able to detect the difference between the codes for the proscribed test and any others.
Consequently if they are not taking it seriously why should anyone else ?0
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