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Government sets out PPE plans for frontline workers
The government's plan to ensure that personal protective equipment (PPE) is delivered to frontline worker has been published.
The plan sets out clear guidance on who needs PPE and when they need it, ensure those who need it can get it at the right time and set out action to secure enough PPE to last through the crisis.
A military operation is already underway to deal with the demand for PPE as a result of this pandemic.
A new national supply and logistics network has been created from scratch to manage supply and demand across the UK, and to make sure appropriate PPE reaches those who need it.
A new website is being rolled out in the coming weeks to improve distribution and will enable primary, social and community care providers in England to order critical PPE.
In addition, a new PPE hub provides access to all the government’s guidance on PPE in one place so that people can understand what PPE they need.
This is in addition to a 24-hour helpline that already allows providers to request emergency drops of PPE to meet immediate need.
The three-strand plan sets out guidance on who needs PPE; distribution to make sure those who need PPE can get it; and future supply so there is enough PPE to see us through the crisis.
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