Prof Angela McLean answers questions from public at Downing Street's briefing

The transcript discusses the persistent threat of infectious diseases, particularly how they disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities. It highlights the challenges in reducing infection rates and the fear that infections may become concentrated in hard-to-reach areas. The speaker emphasizes the responsibility of scientists and society to ensure that the spread of infections is tracked across all parts of the community.

How can we ensure that infections do not disappear into hard-to-reach communities?

What role does the community play in managing the spread of infectious diseases?