Manchester City Council Sir Richard speaks to the media outside Bridgewater Hall

The transcript discusses the government's request to restrict freedoms and close businesses in Greater Manchester without evidence of effectiveness. A comprehensive plan was submitted to the government, including measures to curtail COVID-19 spread, support vulnerable people, and provide economic support for those affected by restrictions. Despite discussions, the government has not provided a written response or clarified conditions for financial support, leaving uncertainty in addressing the pandemic effectively.

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