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The appalling death toll was entirely avoidable and is a scandal of monumental proportions, says Amnesty International.

An "appalling error" was committed when 25,000 people were discharged from hospitals into care homes without ensuring all were first tested for COVID-19, says the Public Accounts Committee.

Detainees are often at heightened risk of COVID-19 due to close proximity, inability to practice social distancing, a lack of adequate sanitation and hygiene, a high incidence of underlying medical conditions, and lack of adequate medical care.

In the light of speculation on the re-opening of schools and colleges, the leaders of the National Education Union have called on the Prime minister for clarity on how the Government will make such a decision.