Prime Minister Boris Johnson Coronavirus Presser Part 1

The transcript discusses the sacrifices made by people across the country during the pandemic, including working from home and coping with online learning. It highlights the current COVID-19 situation, with over 1 million infected in England and rising hospitalizations. The government is using the lockdown to vaccinate vulnerable groups, with over 1.1 million people vaccinated in England, aiming to provide immunity to the elderly and vulnerable.

What groups of people are highlighted as making significant sacrifices during the pandemic?

• Athletes and entertainers

• Tourists and travelers

• Politicians and celebrities

• Healthcare workers and teachers

What percentage of the population was reported to be infected according to the Office of National Statistics?

• 1%

• 2%

• 5%

• 10%

How does the number of hospital patients during the current wave compare to the first peak in April?

• 20% higher

• 80% higher

• 40% higher

• 60% higher

How many people in England had been vaccinated as of the report?

• Over 2 million

• Over 3 million

• Over 1.1 million

• Over 500,000

What percentage of people over 80 had received the vaccine?

• 50%

• 30%

• 23%

• 15%