Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, visits the University of Glasgow Lighthouse Laboratory

Matt Hancock discusses the MHRA's announcement on updated vaccines for new COVID-19 variants, emphasizing the importance of quick approval and safety. He highlights the decreasing cases and hospitalizations due to vaccines but expresses concern over new variants. The UK, including Scotland, plays a significant role in tracking these variants, with universities and the NHS collaborating globally to address the issue.

What are the concerns regarding new variants of the coronavirus?

What is the global effort mentioned in relation to vaccine development?