Covid-19 Roadmap 2021-07-13
2021-07-13
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Q1
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The question arises from the Government's consideration of proceeding with step 4 of the Covid-19 roadmap on July 19, 2021.
What evidence will be used to inform the government's decision on whether to proceed with step 4 of the covid-19 road map on 19 July 2021?
The Government have committed to taking a cautious approach to easing restrictions, guided by the data and not by dates. The decision to lift remaining measures on 19 July is based on an assessment of four tests outlined in the road map.
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Q2
Partial Answer
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The question arises from the Government's decision to proceed with step 4 of the Covid-19 roadmap on July 19, 2021.
Does the Secretary of State agree that lockdowns and state intervention in the lives of constituents have gone far enough and need to be curbed?
First, I am pleased that my hon. Friend agrees with the decision we have made to proceed with step 4 and the approach of moving from a system of regulation to one of guidance. As he knows, the pandemic is not over, so we are rightly moving forward in a measured way.
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Assessment & feedback
The specific ask for assurance about no more lockdowns was avoided by affirming the approach but not explicitly committing to no further restrictions.
Affirming Agreement Without Specifics
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Q3
Partial Answer
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The question arises from the Government's decision to proceed with step 4 of the Covid-19 roadmap on July 19, 2021.
Does the Secretary of State agree that his Department should embrace more risk by working with the Department for Transport to open up international travel fully? Will he ensure GPs return to full physical appointments and dental services are opened?
More work is being done between my Department and the Department for Transport on international travel, and announcements by the Transport Secretary will help. On GP access, now that we have started to open up, working together with GPs can see better direct access, especially face-to-face.
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The specific ask about embracing more risk was not directly addressed; instead, ongoing work is referenced without a clear commitment. The answer on GP and dental services mentions progress but does not commit fully to full service reopening.
Referencing Ongoing Work
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