Boris Johnson, Professor Chris Whitty and Patrick Vallance at 'Roadmap out of Lockdown' briefing

The transcript covers a press briefing where officials discuss the science behind mask mandates in schools, vaccine uptake in care settings, and the potential economic impact of extended work-from-home policies on city centers. It also addresses safety measures in schools, including mask-wearing and ventilation, to control the epidemic.

What is the science behind the new requirement for secondary school pupils to wear masks?

What evidence is there regarding the uptake of the vaccine in NHS care home settings?

What are the potential risks to city centers due to extended work-from-home policies?

How will the effects of schools reopening be measured?

What factors will determine how long mask-wearing needs to continue in schools?