Boris Johnson: There is light ahead as England heads for second lockdown

The transcript discusses new measures announced in the House of Commons to combat the autumn surge of COVID-19. It emphasizes the necessity of these measures to protect the NHS and save lives, despite their impact on liberty and the economy. The current lockdown differs from the spring lockdown as schools remain open and there is a clear deadline. The government is focusing on mass testing and the development of a vaccine, with a program starting in Liverpool. The aim is to quickly identify and isolate infectious individuals to prevent the virus's spread.

What role does mass testing play in combating the virus according to the announcement?

What are the expected outcomes of the vaccine and testing measures mentioned?