Matt Hancock delivering Downing Street press briefing

The transcript discusses the current COVID-19 situation, highlighting the death toll and the impact on families. It introduces the UK's vaccine delivery plan as a crucial strategy to combat the pandemic, describing it as the largest medical deployment in British history. The plan aims to vaccinate the most vulnerable groups by mid-February, significantly reducing COVID-19 deaths. The progress is notable, with over 4 million people vaccinated, and the UK leading Europe in vaccination rates. The focus is on saving lives and alleviating NHS pressure.

How many additional deaths were recorded due to the disease?

• 500

• 700

• 599

• 650

What is described as the core strategy to combat the disease?

• Vaccine delivery plan

• Social distancing

• Lockdown measures

• Travel restrictions

How is the vaccine delivery plan characterized in terms of its scale?

• An international effort

• A routine medical procedure

• The largest medical deployment in British history

• A small-scale operation

By the middle of February, which groups are prioritized for vaccination?

• Most vulnerable groups

• All citizens

• Children

• Healthcare workers

As of the latest data, what percentage of those over 80 have been vaccinated?

• 100%

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%