Keir Starmer Interview on COVID-19 Vote

The transcript discusses the opposition's stance on government regulations related to virus control. Despite misgivings about the government's scheme and economic support, the opposition plans to abstain from voting to ensure regulations pass, as voting them down would leave no restrictions, risking public health. The impact assessment is criticized for not addressing economic support adequately. The decision to abstain is framed as acting in the national interest to prevent the virus from spreading uncontrollably.

How does the speaker justify abstaining from voting on the regulations?

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What are the potential consequences of not having any restrictions in place?

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