Dominic Raab, Foreign Secretary, speaks at daily coronavirus press briefing

The transcript discusses the necessary measures to protect the NHS and economy while avoiding a second peak of COVID-19. It highlights the need to adapt to a new normal with safe ways to work and interact. The impact of the first stage of COVID-19 is acknowledged, emphasizing the importance of making the next phase more sustainable. The guidance of scientific advice is crucial for the next steps.

What is one of the main goals of the measures discussed in the first section?

• To promote international travel

• To protect the NHS and safeguard the economy

• To increase public spending

• To reduce taxes

In the second section, what is emphasized as necessary for society?

• Reducing technological dependence

• Increasing social gatherings

• Adapting to safe new ways of working and interacting

• Returning to pre-pandemic normalcy

What does the second section suggest about the new normal?

• It will eliminate the need for masks

• It will be temporary

• It requires adaptation to new safe practices

• It will be identical to the old normal

What is highlighted as crucial for the next stage in the third section?

• Ignoring scientific advice

• Following scientific guidance for sustainable steps

• Relying solely on economic indicators

• Focusing on international policies

What is the anticipated difficulty of the next stage as mentioned in the third section?

• It will be easy and straightforward

• It will be challenging and require careful planning

• It will be irrelevant to public health

• It will focus on entertainment