Head of NHS Simon Stevens speaking at Downing Street press conference

Head of NHS Simon Stevens speaking at Downing Street press conference

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The transcript covers a press conference where the Prime Minister and Simon Stevens discuss the collective effort needed to manage COVID-19 over the next month. They address questions about potential restrictions in December and the new year, emphasizing the importance of reducing infection rates. The NHS's preparedness and challenges, including staff shortages due to COVID-19, are also highlighted.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Prime Minister's main message regarding the next four weeks?

To collectively work together to reduce infection rates

To wait for a vaccine to solve the problem

To rely solely on government measures

To ignore the pandemic and focus on the economy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern does Beth Rebisco raise about the upcoming months?

The lack of public awareness campaigns

The need for more vaccines

The possibility of living with restrictions into the new year

The increase in international travel

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What political challenge is mentioned regarding the extension of measures?

International pressure to lift restrictions

Insufficient funding for measures

Opposition from over 50 MPs

Lack of support from the public

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge faced by the NHS according to Simon Stevens?

Insufficient government funding

Inadequate hospital infrastructure

Staff shortages due to COVID-19

Lack of medical supplies

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does controlling community transmission benefit the NHS?

It decreases the cost of healthcare

It eliminates the need for restrictions

It allows the NHS to provide more care

It reduces the need for international aid