UK: British Secretary of State for Business Alok Sharma MP hosting daily coronavirus press conference. Part One.

The briefing provides an update on the government's efforts to combat coronavirus, emphasizing the importance of following scientific and medical advice. Dr. Yvonne Doyle from Public Health England is introduced, and the government's action plan to slow the virus spread and protect NHS capacity is outlined.

Who is Doctor Yvonne Doyle?

• A journalist covering health issues

• A scientist from the World Health Organization

• The medical director of Public Health England

• A government spokesperson

What is the main goal of the action plan mentioned in the briefing?

• To develop a vaccine immediately

• To increase the number of hospital beds

• To completely eradicate the virus

• To slow the spread of the virus

How does the action plan aim to protect the NHS?

• By importing medical supplies

• By hiring more doctors

• By building new hospitals

• By slowing the virus spread so fewer people need treatment at once

What has been the approach to taking actions against coronavirus?

• Taking random actions

• Following political advice

• Following scientific and medical advice

• Ignoring expert opinions

What is emphasized about the actions taken in response to coronavirus?

• They are spontaneous

• They are experimental

• They are deliberate and timely

• They are based on public opinion