Matt Hancock MP daily press briefing on coronavirus

The press briefing at Downing St addresses the coronavirus situation. Key officials, including Professor Jonathan Van Tam and Chief Nurse Ruth May, are introduced. The main plan is to save lives by protecting the NHS through slowing the virus spread and boosting NHS capacity. Staying at home is emphasized as crucial, and efforts to increase NHS resources like beds, staff, and equipment are discussed.

Who were the key figures present at the press briefing?

• The Prime Minister and the Health Secretary

• The Chief Medical Officer and the Chief Scientist

• The Health Minister and the Chief Medical Officer

• The Deputy Chief Medical Officer and the Chief Nurse

What is the primary goal of the plan discussed in the briefing?

• To reduce healthcare costs

• To develop a new vaccine

• To save lives by protecting the NHS

• To increase the number of hospitals

What is one of the two main strategies to protect the NHS?

• Developing new medications

• Building new hospitals

• Slowing the spread of the virus

• Increasing the number of healthcare workers

Why is it important for people to stay at home according to the briefing?

• To save on transportation costs

• To support local businesses

• To slow the spread of the virus

• To reduce pollution

What does boosting NHS capacity involve?

• Closing smaller clinics

• Reducing patient intake

• Increasing the number of beds and equipment

• Hiring more administrative staff