Security minister James Brokenshire tells Sky News the app is intended to provide "extra support" to the overall system.
The software updates give public health agencies the option of building their own applications based on the firms' technology.
Figures show 65% of people have installed the app and the local MP believes it could help get the economy moving again.
Contact details will also be requested as authorities seek to get coronavirus under control.
Work is being carried out to address some issues with the app, including its incompatibility with some older Huawei phones.
Britain has overtaken Italy as the worst-hit country in Europe by the novel coronavirus, according to the latest official figures released Tuesday. Chairing Tuesday's
It has previously been suggested that areas trialling the app could also have coronavirus lockdown measures eased.
It has previously been suggested that areas that trial the app could also have coronavirus lockdown measures eased.
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