Matt Hancock delivers daily coronavirus press briefing

The transcript discusses an appeal for companies to help replenish PPE stocks, with 8,331 offers received. While some offers led to large purchases, not all could deliver at scale. The government is actively engaging with thousands of companies and 159 potential UK manufacturers. This is a major cross-government operation involving various departments and led by Lord Dyson, aiming to ensure the necessary PPE supply.

What was the main challenge mentioned in fulfilling the offers for PPE?

• Inability to deliver at scale

• Lack of interest from companies

• Poor quality of PPE

• Insufficient government support

How many potential UK manufacturers are being engaged to increase PPE production?

• 250

• 200

• 159

• 100

Which of the following departments is NOT mentioned as part of the cross-government operation?

• Treasury

• Foreign Office

• Department for Education

• Ministry of Defence

Who is leading the national effort to deliver PPE?

• Lord Dyson

• Prime Minister

• Health Secretary

• Chief Medical Officer

What is the nature of the operation to deliver PPE as described in the transcript?

• A 24/7 operation

• A monthly operation

• A weekend operation

• A part-time operation