Health Secretary Matt Hancock answers question from member of the public on vaccine progress and restrictions easing

The transcript discusses the UK's vaccination drive, focusing on vaccinating vulnerable groups to reduce COVID-19 deaths and hospitalizations. It highlights the decision-making process for lifting restrictions and the unknowns about vaccine impact on transmission. Monitoring strategies are in place to assess the vaccine's effectiveness and its role in easing lockdown measures.

What percentage of deaths from COVID-19 have occurred among people over the age of 70 or clinically extremely vulnerable?

What is the significance of vaccinating the top four groups mentioned in the text?

How does the government plan to monitor the impact of the vaccination program?

What is the main uncertainty regarding the vaccine mentioned in the text?

What is the pharmacovigilance strategy mentioned in the text?