UK government response to coronavirus 'led by science' – Grant Shapps
by Peter Walker Political correspondent from on (#50RT2)
Further measures to limit spread may emerge after Cobra meeting, says transport secretary
Grant Shapps, the UK transport secretary, has rejected criticism the government is being too slow to introduce measures limiting the spread of coronavirus, saying ministers are rigorously following scientific advice rather than "doing things that just sound good".
Speaking on a broadcast round, Shapps indicated that further restrictions could be announced following a meeting of the government's Cobra emergency committee on Monday, perhaps connected to large gatherings.
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