coronavirus are being directed to test centres miles away from their homes.The government's booking system has been slated - with reports of people being offered appointments at test centres over 80 miles away.One Mancunian said he tried to book a test - but was told the closed facility open to him was in Llandudno, Wales.Areas of the region - such as Oldham and Bolton - have among the highest infection rates in the country.
The government insists areas with outbreaks are prioritised.The Manchester Evening News asked readers whether they have struggled to get a test nearby.
Dozens of people got in touch via Facebook.Mike Woodworth commented: "I tried to book one last night and the nearest one was Llandudno!"We're in Audenshaw...