The coronavirus outbreak is the most serious public health crisis our country has faced in a generation.
People are rightly anxious about the impact it will have on their loved ones and on their day-to-day lives. [THREAD]
People are rightly anxious about the impact it will have on their loved ones and on their day-to-day lives. [THREAD]
It is more important than ever that the Government is providing clear communication to the public about the steps it is taking to mitigate the impact of the outbreak.
I am deeply concerned that over the past 48hrs ministers have been failing in their responsibilities to provide consistent and transparent public health advice.
To allow anonymous and speculative briefings to journalists about a significant step-change in the Government’s response to the outbreak is irresponsible.
That is why I am urging the Prime Minister to promise an end to anonymous briefings about this issue.
That is why I am urging the Prime Minister to promise an end to anonymous briefings about this issue.
It’s time the Government commits to a daily press conference about its handling of coronavirus. This must be hosted by a Government minister or the Prime Minister himself, with experts and advisers available to answer questions as appropriate.
At a time of national crisis, we need a Government that is offering openness and transparency, not confusion and uncertainty. I hope the Prime Minister will listen to this request.
