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The UK is becoming the epicentre of Europe's coronavirus crisis. But the media has been slow to reflect the urgency of the situation.
"It has been extraordinary...you struggle to see the death tolls on the front pages." - @carolecadwalla
The UK is becoming the epicentre of Europe's coronavirus crisis. But the media has been slow to reflect the urgency of the situation.
"It has been extraordinary...you struggle to see the death tolls on the front pages." - @carolecadwalla
The UK's initial response to COVID-19 was premised on the idea of 'herd immunity'. It was short-lived and with good reason.
@Hardeep_Matharu spoke with us about the challenges of interrogating the government on this strategy.
@Hardeep_Matharu spoke with us about the challenges of interrogating the government on this strategy.
One of the biggest journalistic surprises in the UK has been morning TV presenter @piersmorgan.
Notorious for sensationalism, he is a former tabloid editor with a dubious record.
However on COVID-19, he has been dogged in demanding accountability, says @karinwahlj.
Notorious for sensationalism, he is a former tabloid editor with a dubious record.
However on COVID-19, he has been dogged in demanding accountability, says @karinwahlj.
Two British institutions - the National Health Service and the BBC were under intense funding pressure before COVID-19 struck.
The pandemic has brought a surge of public appreciation - however @profhelenward and @karinwahlj are wary this may not last long after the crisis.
The pandemic has brought a surge of public appreciation - however @profhelenward and @karinwahlj are wary this may not last long after the crisis.
Watch our full report on COVID-19 in the UK on @AJEnglish
