A WALK-THROUGH Covid testing centre opened its doors in Castlemilk this morning. 

The Barlia Sports Complex became the latest hub in the city for locals with coronavirus symptoms. 

The Glenwood Path centre is the fifth walk-in site to open in Glasgow, adding to those in the likes of Pollok and the Gorbals. 

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Councillor Euan Blockley, who represents Castlemilk as part of his Linn ward, said: “As we continue to fight the pandemic, community testing is playing a key part in stopping the virus spreading within the community. 

“It is welcome that the UK Government have now opened a walk-through site right here in Castlemilk. 

"That makes it easier for any residents suffering Covid symptoms to go and get tested, especially those who do not drive." 

Last month, Prime Minister Boris Johnson visited a Covid vaccination hub in the Glasgow Club Castlemilk, a stone's throw away from the new walk-through testing site. 

Dr Linda De Caestecker, director for Public Health at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, said: “We welcome the additional testing facility in Castlemilk which will make it easier for more people to access testing during this crucial period.

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“Testing, working alongside other control measures will be key to helping control and minimise the spread of the virus in our communities. I would encourage people to get tested with any symptoms suggestive of Covid, no matter how mild they are.”

Tests must be booked in advance at: www.nhsinform.scot/test-and-protect or by calling 0800 028 2816.