Monday, March 16, 2020

UK government to brief media daily, as airlines slash flights and stock exchange slumps

The British government is to hold daily televised press conferences to update the public on the fight against coronavirus. 

 

From Monday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson or a senior minister will address the media to ensure people are informed about how to protect themselves.

 

It follows criticism for an apparent lack of transparency over plans to stem the spread of the virus.

 

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 


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