Health Secretary Matt Hancock giving daily coronavirus press briefing

The briefing begins with an introduction and a tribute to Captain Tom Moore for his fundraising efforts. It emphasizes the importance of staying at home to slow the virus spread. The core strategy is to protect the NHS from being overwhelmed, ensuring care is always available. The NHS has expanded its capacity, achieving a record high in critical care availability, and has successfully met the demand for healthcare services throughout the crisis.

Who was acknowledged for raising funds for NHS charities during the briefing?

• The Chief Medical Officer

• Captain Tom Moore

• Angela McLean

• Professor Chris Whitty

What is the central focus of the plan discussed in the briefing?

• To increase public awareness

• To protect the NHS from being overwhelmed

• To develop a new vaccine

• To reduce government spending

What record did the NHS achieve according to the briefing?

• Highest number of patients treated

• Lowest number of virus cases

• New record high in critical care capacity

• Most funds raised for NHS charities

What has been a critical objective throughout the crisis according to the briefing?

• Decreasing the number of available beds

• Reducing the number of hospital staff

• Expanding the NHS faster than the growth in demand

• Limiting access to NHS services

What has the NHS been able to provide to every person accessing care?

• Only emergency care

• The very best available care

• Limited services

• Free medication