Varadkar: Figures aren't good enough to lift restrictions yet

The video discusses a strategy for reopening the country, detailing a stepwise plan to be shared with the public soon. The plan's implementation depends on advice from the Chief Medical Officer and current COVID-19 statistics, including patient numbers in ICUs and new cases. Current statistics are not favorable, but there is hope for improvement.

What is the main purpose of the plan mentioned by the speaker?

• To introduce new health guidelines

• To provide financial aid to businesses

• To outline steps for reopening the country

• To announce a new lockdown

What will the Chief Medical Officer provide on Friday?

• A new vaccine

• Guidelines for social distancing

• Advice on when to start reopening

• A report on economic recovery

Which of the following is NOT a factor mentioned for reopening?

• Number of vaccinated individuals

• Number of deaths

• Number of new cases

• Number of ICU patients

What is the speaker's opinion on the current COVID-19 numbers?

• They are satisfactory for reopening

• They are not good enough yet

• They are irrelevant to the decision

• They are improving rapidly

How many patients are still in ICU according to the speaker?

• Over 500

• Over 50

• Over 100

• Over 200