Grant Shapps speaks at daily press conference on Covid-19 from Downing Street

The video discusses the proactive infrastructure upgrades carried out during a period of reduced travel, highlighting the completion of numerous rail and road projects. It emphasizes the efficiency achieved by working during downtime, resulting in significant cost savings and minimal disruption. The video also covers specific projects like the A14 upgrade and improvements in the North, all while adhering to safety guidelines. The efforts of transport and construction workers are acknowledged for their hard work during this period.

What was the primary focus of the infrastructure work during the period of reduced travel?

• Building new roads

• Fixing the nation's infrastructure

• Constructing new railways

• Expanding airports

How many Network Rail projects were completed over Easter?

• 500

• 100

• 200

• 419

What was the significance of the A14 upgrade?

• It was the longest road in the UK

• It connected two major cities

• It reduced travel time to London

• It improved access to Felixstowe port

How much was invested in rail infrastructure improvements in the North during April?

• £100 million

• £19.6 million

• £10 million

• £50 million

What was the total value of upgrades delivered by highways England and Network Rail in April?

• £750 million

• £100 million

• £300 million

• £550 million