Labour Leader Keir Starmer answers question on Covid-19 testing target and inquiry into how government handled the crisi

Labour Leader Keir Starmer answers question on Covid-19 testing target and inquiry into how government handled the crisi

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The transcript discusses the UK government's handling of COVID-19 testing targets, the potential for an inquiry into their crisis management, and public perception of their success. It highlights the challenges in meeting testing goals, the inevitability of an inquiry, and concerns over high death rates compared to initial expectations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the government's target for COVID-19 testing by the end of the day?

100,000 tests

150,000 tests

200,000 tests

50,000 tests

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to have a plan in place for testing?

To ensure the number of tests is high

To find out who has the virus and take action

To reduce the cost of testing

To compete with other countries

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current stance on conducting an inquiry into the government's handling of the crisis?

There is no need for an inquiry

An inquiry has been completed

An inquiry is inevitable but not immediate

An inquiry is currently underway

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the government's initial benchmark for a successful handling of the crisis?

Less than 10,000 deaths

Less than 20,000 deaths

Less than 30,000 deaths

Less than 40,000 deaths

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern is raised about the death toll in the UK?

It is the lowest in Europe

It is expected to be one of the worst in Europe

It is not a concern

It is decreasing rapidly

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