Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans he has put in place to ensure the safety of staff at emergency call operating centres as a result of the covid-19 outbreak.

The Government has published clear guidance on working safely during COVID-19, including advice for staff who work in operational contact centres. This includes robust advice and recommendations for employers on infection prevention and control measures, COVID-19 risk assessments and social distancing requirements.