Covid-19: R Rate and Lockdown Measures Debate
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Stephen Metcalfe
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(4 years, 6 months ago)
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Matt Hancock
They get data now, we want them to get better data, and we will keep improving the data flows. It is as simple as that.
Stephen Metcalfe (South Basildon and East Thurrock) (Con) [V]
As we control the R rate and move forward, may I welcome the steps that are being taken to reduce restrictions for the most vulnerable in society? Will my right hon. Friend confirm that these steps are being taken in line with scientific advice and in the safest way possible?
Matt Hancock
Yes, that is absolutely right. I pay tribute to my hon. Friend, who makes the case for the evidence being the basis of policy and following and being guided by the science, as we have done throughout this crisis. He makes the case very eloquently. It is very important, because that is the best way that we can get the best possible response in what are inevitably very difficult circumstances.