MPs react to tier 4 announcement

ALL AREAS: MPs for Slough and Windsor have reacted to

Prime Minister Boris Johnson imposing the harshest restrictions on the South East, writes James Bagley, Local Democracy Reporter.

Slough’s MP Tan Dhesi said he supported the new measures – but acknowledged many families will be ‘bitterly disappointed’ about having to cut plans at short notice.

He said: “I appreciate there will be many families who will be bitterly disappointed by the new restrictions and having their Christmas plans cancelled at such short notice, particularly after the Prime Minister dismissed this possibility just a few days ago.

“I believe the British people deserve much more than such incompetent leadership, regular ignoring of scientific advice, only to consistently perform last minute

U-turns. The country needs certainty yet all we are left with is confusion and mixed messaging. It’s just not good enough.

“Despite all this, I hope everyone is able to enjoy the festivities after the difficult challenges of this year. Please stay at home to protect each other and our NHS. Merry Christmas.”

Although praising the Prime Minister for ‘acting swiftly’, Windsor’s MP Adam Afriyie said answers are needed.

He said: “When confronted with a new more virulent COVID-19 strain, our Prime Minister is right to act swiftly on our behalf. Yet there are so many questions now to be asked about evidence, timing of advice, and overall strategy in this mutated reality.”

He added: “With the unexpected tier 4 announcement, I’ll do all in my power to try to save as many jobs, lives and livelihoods as I can.”