Covid-19 Economic Effect 2020-11-17
2020-11-17
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Q1
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The MP is concerned about the severe economic effect of lockdown measures on the hospitality sector. He notes that infection rates can vary significantly across different districts within large constituencies.
What recent discussions has he had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on reducing the economic effects of the COVID-19 outbreak? In particular, when moving to a tiered system on 3 December, will he look at allocating tiers by district rather than county?
We have looked at granular detail during the process of the tiered system, whether at district council level or ward level in some cases. While it is too early to say exactly how we will proceed from 3 December, that level of granularity remains a commitment.
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Specific timeline and action plan for implementing the tiering by districts
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Q2
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The MP is concerned about the severe economic effect of lockdown measures on the hospitality sector. He notes that infection rates can vary significantly across different districts within large constituencies.
In particular, when moving to a tiered system on 3 December, will he look at allocating tiers by district rather than county?
We have looked at granular detail during the process of the tiered system, whether at district council level or ward level in some cases. While it is too early to say exactly how we will proceed from 03 December, that level of granularity remains a commitment.
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Specific timeline and action plan for implementing the tiering by districts
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Q3
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The MP has highlighted previously that COVID-19 is spread not just by droplets but also by airborne particles, emphasizing the importance of good ventilation. She raised the issue of VAT on ventilation and air-purification systems.
Can he clarify what discussions he has had with the Chancellor about removing VAT from ventilation and air-purification systems to make them more affordable?
There has been work on promoting ventilation in government. The scientific evidence on aerosol transmission of coronavirus has strengthened over recent months.
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Specific details about discussions with the Chancellor and their outcomes regarding VAT removal
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Q4
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The MP has highlighted previously that COVID-19 is spread not just by droplets but also by airborne particles, emphasizing the importance of good ventilation. She raised the issue of VAT on ventilation and air-purification systems.
Can he clarify whether we will hear an announcement from the Chancellor in the near future on supporting the installation of such systems? What is his strategy to control covid over the coming year?
Our strategy is to suppress the virus and support the NHS and the economy until a vaccine can make us safe. Increased ventilation can help reduce transmission.
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Specific announcement from Chancellor regarding VAT removal, concrete strategy for controlling COVID-19 this year
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