We're coming back to the point that the virus can be managed but not in the haphazard way currently being done. First, we needed a solid testing strategy from the beginning,linked to rigorous tracing and isolation. According to Or Tim Spector the government's test strategy is patchy, and uncordinated in parts and not wide enough in other ways. I know he's got his own axe to grind in some respects but I do have confidence in his opinions and research. The way we've opened up has seen an increase in cases; I'm not surprised as social distancing seems to be ignored in many areas and mask wearing isn't enforced - the other key ways of controlling the virus. I fear Johnson doesn't understand the details - two weeks ago he was talking of going back to "normal" by Christmas; last week a number of regional Eid celebrations were wrecked by a poorly communicated about change at short notice! @Matt. I'd say one should wear a mask in a pub unless sitting down, drink or eating, and socially distancing with friends?If one looks at the 1917 flu pandemic it will take 12, 18 or so months before things settle down ... we perhaps will live with some people having shortened lives to keep the economy moving? But in 2023 it won't be the old normal. A lot fewer people will be commuting, more shopping will be online, the property market will be substantially changed, there will be new businesses replacing those that were unsustainable., perhaps the airline and holiday business will be different ...Anyway time to go to the pub ...
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