Interview with NHS Chief Executive Sir Simon Stevens

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by the NHS during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the significant pressure on healthcare services and the response to manage both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients. It emphasizes the importance of routine care and encourages individuals to seek medical attention for serious health concerns. The progress of the vaccination rollout is detailed, noting that a significant portion of high-risk individuals have received their first dose. The discussion also covers the criteria for lifting lockdown measures, including the need for reduced infection rates and hospital pressures.

What factors need to be considered before lifting lockdown measures?

What is the current situation regarding the number of severely ill coronavirus patients in hospitals?