Online ordering for home delivery of lateral flow kits from Wednesday

The public will soon be able to order lateral flow devices online and have them delivered straight to your door.

It's the latest approach government is taking in distributing test kits Island-wide.

Residents can order one pack of seven test kits by completing an online form, but are asked to order no more than one kit per week.

It's being carried out by Manx Independent Carriers for a four week trial period, with next-day delivery for orders placed by 4pm in most cases.

The new system is hoped to provide a convenient way for people who are unwell or unable to attend LFD pick-up points.

In addition, it is hoped the system will help prevent stockpiling of devices.

Weekly deliveries to the Island have been secured to ensure a 10-day supply of LFDs is kept in stock, while regular distribution continues to participating pharmacies and local authority offices around the Island.

Manx Independent Carriers will deliver to homes six days a week Monday to Saturday, with kits packed to allow letterbox delivery. 

The courier will provide a dedicated customer service phone line and an email address for enquiries about orders, and deliveries are due to begin from this Wednesday (18 August 2021).

The online ordering form is available here.