They have changed the criteria for qualification for testing as of yesterday in order to take this into account. People now have to have two of the symptoms, be a healthcare worker or be a member of a vulnerable group to qualify. Having a cold and no backbone is no longer good enough.My grandson, a vulnerable member of the community, has been waiting 5+ days already and that may stretch to 10+ to be swabbed plus the time it takes to get the sample tested, plus the time to communicate the results. But of course Leo, Simon, Holohan & Co are doing a great job according to those they hold in thrall of them
That should free up availability for people such as your grandson.
They are making this up mas they go along, changing procedures and rules as more information becomes available.