Coronavirus latest news: Testing site 'disappears' to make way for Brexit lorry park

New mutation could be evolving to get around mask-wearing and hand-washing Hancock unable to throw light on rules over couples living apart having sex Just nine countries left that Britons can visit without restrictions Escape to the country for six more months? It might be too late Subscribe to The Telegraph A coronavirus testing site has "disappeared overnight" to make way for a Brexit lorry park, leaving residents confused about where to get tested. The Tipner drive-through centre in Portsmouth was due to become a lorry site on October 5, but was moved to Southampton Airport ahead of schedule and without warning. Portsmouth City Council's cabinet member for health, Matthew Winnington, said he had "no clue" the site would move early, adding the Health Secretary should "take responsibility" for the change. Mr Winnington said: "Matt Hancock has to take responsibility for this, especially as he's a former minister for Portsmouth so should know the importance of ensuring Portsmouth and the surrounding area is kept in the loop when things like this happen." "The DHSC (Department of Health and Social Care) needs to get a grip," he added. Although the Department of Health said the site moved "more than a week ago", the Liberal Democrat councillor said it happened suddenly on Wednesday - a view shared by Portsmouth residents. Mr Winnington said: "It didn't go a week ago, it was around Wednesday evening. It almost seems the DHSC didn't know when it moved and that's even more concerning." Follow the latest updates below.

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