interesting that PM says he doesnt read individual scientific papers himself - relies on digests from Vallance & Whitty...
Wonder how that compares to previous PMs.
Wonder how that compares to previous PMs.
I can see why it might make sense to delegate the detail to experts, but I can also see other PMs internationally and in history wanting to read every paper they can get their hands on, in a situation such as this.
“We didnt learn the lesson on SARS and MERS” says PM - a reference to fact that pandemic plans were adapted for flu, including pre-bought vaccine and stockpiled treatments. Both of no use for Coronaviruses - and so track & trace only option, failing that, distancing/lockdown
Logic of this quote that we failed to learn lesson of MERS/SARS (coronaviruses) is that previous administrations should have built up a track and trace system, but failing that, his Government should have moved to distancing and/or lockdown more quickly than end March...
Track and trace enforcement:
Stephen Timms seemed to extract something interesting for workers with leave to remain but denied access to public funds...
Treasury chair questions PM on borrowing/taxes, PM focuses on low borrowing rates and need for infrastructure spending. Certainly sounded like someone willing to tolerate higher debt levels...
Also corrected Jenkin saying economy most important - said it’s defeating virus...
Also corrected Jenkin saying economy most important - said it’s defeating virus...
