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PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Coronavirus: Public Houses (7 July 2020)

Question Asked

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social care, what assessment the Government has made of the effect of the reopening of pubs on the covid-19 R rate; and if she will make a statement.

Asked by:
Ed Davey (Liberal Democrat)

Answer

Ministers have taken into account scientific advice and assessments of the current position against the five tests. The changes, including the reopening of pubs, are a cautious next step in returning life to as normal, whilst limiting the transmission risk. The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has published COVID-19 secure guidance on GOV.UK to help businesses put mitigations in place to minimise this risk. We will continue to monitor the R number and remain ready to put the brakes on and implement stricter measures if needed.


Answered by:
Helen Whately (Conservative)
22 July 2020

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