I've written to the Prime Minister with a plan for immediate action to improve the safety of our NHS and care workers - with full PPE and testing, for the protection of themselves and the public.
Concerning to hear reports from workers that the @ASOS warehouse in Barnsley was visited by three ambulances yesterday.
@GMB_Union are right to say: this can't go on.
ASOS bosses must make their workplace safe - or shut up shop.
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"I know colleagues in more affluent schools who have parents emailing for university-level extension tasks. Here the calls are about food vouchers. The coronavirus has made the societal differences across the country more glaring."
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We must recognise the workers all over the world who are forced to put their lives at risk in appalling conditions doing vital work, for so little.
This exploitation must end. Human rights are universal, not just for the few.
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Coronavirus will not be solved by those driven by private profit.
It will be solved by the bravery of NHS workers on the frontline.
By communities coming together in all their diversity.
By the Government taking bold action in the interests of all.
People are waiting for hours on the #UniversalCredit helpline or placed up to 78,000th in an online queue.
Cuts of nearly 50,000 staff from the DWP since 2010 have created a failing system even before this crisis.
People need financial security if they're expected to stay home.
Many thousands of elderly people are at risk – not just from coronavirus, but from wider neglect, as services struggle to cope.
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During the coronavirus outbreak, we all need the best and most up-to-date advice on what we should do to protect ourselves and others. Follow Public Health England @PHE_uk for the latest updates from our health professionals on COVID-19 👇
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Government advice has created public confusion and too many have failed to carry out social distancing.
The government must urgently enforce social distancing and greater social protection.
This will keep you safe, your loved ones safe, take pressure off our NHS and save lives.
The government's measures would leave five million self-employed and gig economy workers with just £94.25 a week sick pay.
This is simply not enough.
Those without a fixed wage must not be left to suffer.
This morning I have written to @MattHancock to express our deep concern about the measures in the Coronavirus Bill on #socialcare. Labour has tabled amendments to require local authorities to continue to meet care needs where practicable.
4. We urge the government to make immediate preparations for the next stage and learn lessons from other European nations. If voluntary social distancing measures are not adhered to, the government must bring forward their plans for stronger action.