Opposition Leader Urging Citizens To Follow Public Health Guidelines

The United National Congress (UNC) is urging citizens to follow the public health guidelines and take the necessary measures to protect themselves and their families against COVID-19. In a media release Opposition Leader, Kamla Persad-Bissessar gave suggestions for immediate steps which are scientifically proven to slow the spread of the virus. These include the establishment of a COVID-19 Intelligence Unit where all National Security and Health agencies will communicate and execute strategic plans and operations in unison and in real-time. The Deployment of teams of Health Officers to ensure COVID-19 regulations' compliance by businesses and the public. Increased stocks of PPE for frontline workers and an increase in the number of beds available for patients suffering from more serious symptoms.