Health Secretary Matt Hancock giving daily coronavirus press briefing

The video discusses the current status of the COVID-19 epidemic, noting that some countries are considering easing lockdowns. It questions the trust in the British public to continue isolation and highlights concerns in social care settings about insufficient guidance. The government emphasizes the importance of continued isolation to protect the NHS and save lives, while outlining plans for more isolation measures.

What is the significance of the peak in the context of the epidemic?

What actions are suggested to protect the NHS and save lives?