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Asked the Government about its response to pressures on the NHS, vaccine uptake rates, and the criteria for triggering plan B. Emphasised concerns over hospital backups, patient wait times, cancelled operations, exhausted staff, and stalling vaccination programmes.
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Responded to questions about the Government's response to covid-19. Defended plan A, highlighted vaccine uptake statistics, and emphasised the importance of encouraging unvaccinated individuals to get their first jab.
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Acknowledged the success of the vaccine roll-out but raised concerns about current vaccination rates compared to other countries. Suggested flexibility in booster timing and questioned the need for a vaccines Minister at Cabinet level.
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Questioned the credibility of not implementing plan B, highlighting infection levels and calls from NHS leaders for reintroduction of restrictions similar to those in Scotland.
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Supported the current stance on plan A but questioned the Secretary of State's implication that there was public reluctance towards booster doses, suggesting it might be a problem with administration rather than public compliance.
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Compared UK infection rates to France and Italy, questioning if public health measures in those countries have contributed to lower infection rates compared to the UK.
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The Minister laid before the House their autumn and winter plan, emphasising people's ability to make informed choices about non-pharmaceutical interventions like mask-wearing.
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Stressed the importance of vaccination programmes over non-pharmaceutical interventions and urged for more evidence-based treatments such as monoclonal antibodies and antivirals to be rolled out.
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Critiqued the Government's complacency in improving vaccination rates, particularly among under-30s in Nottingham, and asked for specific actions to boost uptake in such areas.
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Questioned the effectiveness of face masks given their material's large pores compared to the virus size, but did not provide a full argument against mask-wearing policies.
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Challenged the Government’s approach as being similar to herd immunity and criticised them for announcing major policy changes in press conferences rather than in Parliament.
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Disapproved of the government's communications strategy, particularly regarding the timing and method of announcing significant policy decisions like antiviral announcements outside of parliamentary procedures.
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Pressed the Minister on why infection rates are lower in France and Italy despite similar vaccination levels, questioning if the UK should adopt more restrictive measures as seen abroad.
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Asked for reassurance that Parliament would have a proper opportunity to debate any necessary further restrictions under plan A, emphasising public concern and trust in democratic processes.
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Expressed concerns about the NHS's pressure and urged for mandatory mask-wearing guidance to be re-emphasised, questioning why it is not made compulsory.
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Discussed parents' confusion regarding vaccine advice for young people aged 12-15, stressing the importance of clear communication and vaccination drives in schools.
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Critiqued the notion that vaccination and mask-wearing are alternative protections, questioning Conservative MPs for inconsistent mask-wearing practices.
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Asked about collaboration with local government bodies regarding potential plan B measures to ensure successful public health roll-out strategies.
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Asked the Minister to clarify who is eligible for a booster vaccination and how constituents can check their eligibility.
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Responded that individuals are eligible if they had their second jab six months ago, plus one week for admin. They may receive a text or letter from the NHS, or book their jab online or by phone 119.
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Asked about the progress of the Novavax vaccine trials and approval process in his constituency, expressing concern over delays and lack of transparency from the Government and Novavax.
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Thanked volunteers for participating in clinical trials but needed to write to the MP for detailed information on specific trials.
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Critiqued the Government's reliance solely on vaccines without implementing public health measures and restoring contact tracing in local authorities.
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Responded that the Government has a range of measures including vaccines, antivirals, and encourages personal choices based on current circumstances.
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Questioned whether low-paid frontline workers would suffer due to complacency in addressing the pandemic's impact on them.
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Replied that the Government has been and will continue to be generous in supporting those affected throughout the pandemic.
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Asked about plans to reduce waiting lists for treatments like breast reconstruction, hip replacements, and tonsil operations through additional funding for private hospitals.
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Confirmed that investment is being put into the health service to tackle backlogs created by the pandemic.
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Raised a point of order regarding stress caused by changes in the morning's parliamentary timetable, including late provision of statements on New Zealand trade deal and the Trade and Agriculture Commission.