There is no getting around this fact, despite the continued flimsy defences of Conservative MPs and a feeble apology from Johnson in parliament this week. The fact that Johnson misled parliament and the nation—only admitting his involvement after being caught in the crime—carries potentially greater ramifications. Secondly, treat those who are infected using triage, follow-up, and best supportive care. Lastly, prevent other people getting infected with contact and trace, supported isolation, and social mitigations. It’s difficult to find one aspect of these basic tenets of pandemic management that the UK government got right.

Source: The Guardian April 20, 2022 17:28 UTC