January 2013: we headed north on Route 77 to explore a census-designated community with a population of approximately 4,000 residents. This community, with a long, unique and diverse history, began
What did the region s MPs say?
On the whole, they defended the government s record.
According to North Norfolk MP Duncan Baker, there was never a blueprint to tackle the Covid-19 crisis, and the government has done well in distributing financial support to the public through schemes like Eat Out to Help Out and furlough.
He said that while there was things we could have done better - such as closing the borders earlier and providing more clarity to schools - the response was by and large capable.
Likewise, George Freeman, MP for mid-Norfolk, said the pandemic exposed long incubated serious weaknesses in UK public health systems , but also demonstrated community spirit, local joint-working, dedication of frontline health staff and the brilliance of the life science sector.