Interview with Lib Dem leader Ed Davey MP

The transcript discusses the neglect of care home vulnerabilities by Westminster and the SNP, highlighting the lack of proper testing and integration of care and health. It points out the political oversight that led to mistakes, with Scottish care homes facing worse outcomes than English ones. The speaker emphasizes the need for training, vaccination, and an early inquiry to learn lessons sooner.

What was the major oversight by Westminster regarding care homes?

• Not providing enough funding

• Sending people back without proper testing

• Ignoring staff shortages

• Failing to provide PPE

Which political parties are mentioned as having forgotten the integration of care and health?

• Plaid Cymru and Sinn Féin

• Green Party and UKIP

• SNP and Conservatives

• Labour and Liberal Democrats

Who has been advocating for the care sector according to the transcript?

• The Green Party

• The Liberal Democrats

• The Labour Party

• The Conservatives

What was the impact of the oversight in Scottish care homes compared to English ones?

• It was better managed

• It was worse

• It was about the same

• It was less severe

What does the speaker suggest should have been done earlier to address the issues in care homes?

• Provide more PPE

• Hire more staff

• Conduct an early inquiry

• Increase funding