Anyone using the NHS COVID-19 app will shortly be asked to share information about what venues they have visited if they test positive for coronavirus. The update will be rolled out before venues such as shops, gyms and outdoor hospitality re-open on 12 April. Previously, the information was only used to notify users if an outbreak was linked to that venue.
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