On Thursday, 18 February, the Health Security Committee agreed on (1) a common list of 26 Covid-19 rapid antigen tests recognised throughout the European Union, (2) a selection of 16 antigen tests from this list whose results will be recognised by Member States, and (3) a set of data to be included in antigen test result certificates. These three elements, which will be regularly updated, stem from the Council Recommendation of 21 January that raised the minimum sensitivity criterion for antigen tests to 90% (see EUROPE 12640/2). “If negative COVID-19 tests are to be required or recommended for any activity, it is essential that they are mutually recognised, and result in certificates recognised across the EU. This is essential, particularly in the context of travel”, declares European Commissioner for Health Stella Kyriakides in a statement. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3pykUWE (MB)