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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Covid-19: The Union

Wednesday 13 May 2020 · 2 questions

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Key points

  • The Union has been assessed as a key factor in coordinating the national response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
  • The devolved Administrations and the UK Government are working closely to suppress the virus, sharing information and resources.
  • The NHS has shown heroism and agility in its response to the pandemic, with commendation for all key workers and political cooperation.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Marco Longhi Con Dudley North
NHS Northern Ireland Scotland Wales
Context

Assessment of the role of the Union during the pandemic.

Question

What assessment has been made of the role of the Union in responding to the COVID-19 outbreak? Does my right hon. Friend agree with most people that we are stronger as one United Kingdom in responding to coronavirus?

Answer from Brandon Lewis (The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland)

We are working closely with all the devolved Administrations who are committed to suppressing the virus. This is a collective national effort; we remain stronger together as one United Kingdom, and this approach has been effective in co-ordinating responses, sharing information on PPE provision, while tailoring local plans.

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Q2 Mark Logan Con Bolton West
NHS
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Discussion on the effectiveness of the Union and the National Health Service during the COVID-19 crisis.

Question

What assessment has been made of the role of the Union and the NHS in the face of the global coronavirus outbreak? Have our two time-tested institutions, the Union and the NHS, shown extraordinary heroism?

Answer from Brandon Lewis (The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland)

Yes, my hon. Friend's language is appropriate. The NHS has demonstrated heroism and agility in responding to the pandemic. I commend all key workers for their professionalism and dedication; there has been fantastic co-operation between political parties and Governments in tackling this crisis.

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