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The transcript discusses the efforts to secure more ventilators during a national pandemic, highlighting the urgency and necessity of the actions taken. Tony Blair's support for these actions is mentioned, emphasizing that any Prime Minister would have done the same. The British manufacturing sector's response, known as the ventilator challenge, resulted in the production of 22,000 additional ventilators. This effort was praised as a benchmark of public procurement, and the actions were deemed completely appropriate.

Why did the speaker believe it was necessary to secure more ventilators during the pandemic?

• To follow international trends

• To ensure adequate treatment for COVID-19 patients

• To support the economy

• To prepare for future pandemics

Who is mentioned as supporting the decision to secure more ventilators?

• David Cameron

• Winston Churchill

• Tony Blair

• Margaret Thatcher

What was the initial number of ventilators available according to the speaker?

• 9000

• 15000

• 22000

• 30000

What was the primary method mentioned for helping severe COVID-19 patients?

• Physical therapy

• Surgery

• Ventilation

• Medication

How many additional ventilators were produced through the collaborative effort?

• 10000

• 22000

• 30000

• 5000