Starmer questions Raab over coronavirus testing in first PMQs outing as leader

The transcript covers a parliamentary session where Keir Starmer addresses the House, acknowledging the efforts of frontline workers and expressing best wishes to those affected by COVID-19. He emphasizes the need for constructive opposition, supporting the government when appropriate but also challenging it on issues like testing. Starmer highlights the slow progress in testing compared to other countries and questions the government's ability to meet its target of 100,000 tests per day. The First Secretary responds by outlining the government's efforts to increase testing capacity and the role of commercial partners. Starmer raises concerns about the underutilization of available tests and the urgent need for testing among care workers.

What did Keir Starmer emphasize as crucial for the government in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic?

• Increasing taxes

• Constructive opposition

• Building new hospitals

• Reducing public spending

What was the target number of daily COVID-19 tests set by the health secretary for the end of April?

• 50,000 tests

• 75,000 tests

• 150,000 tests

• 100,000 tests

According to the First Secretary, what was the testing capacity per day at the time of the discussion?

• 40,000 tests

• 30,000 tests

• 50,000 tests

• 20,000 tests

What was the main concern raised by Keir Starmer regarding the testing process?

• Insufficient testing capacity

• High cost of testing

• Lack of testing kits

• Gap between capacity and actual tests conducted

What did the First Secretary mention as a necessary step to achieve the testing target?

• Reducing testing costs

• Hiring more healthcare workers

• Exponential increase in testing

• Building more hospitals