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Nicola Sturgeon envisions ‘slow and steady’ exit from lockdown

Nicola Sturgeon has stolen a march on Boris Johnson over the management of the coronavirus crisis

In keeping with her consistently cautious approach to the management of the coronavirus crisis, Scotland’s First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has flatly rejected a quick exit from the lockdown.

In her latest intervention on the crisis, Sturgeon, who is also the leader of the pro-independence Scottish National Party (SNP), has tried to strike a balance between public safety and economic recovery.

Speaking on Sky News’ Sophy Ridge on Sunday show, Sturgeon emphasized that Scotland would adhere to a “slow and steady” route out of the coronavirus-related restrictions.

Scotland’s First Minister reiterated that whilst “it’s important to get the economy going as soon as it is safe to do so”, it is equally important “we recognize the things that matter most to people’s quality of life, and that is family, friendship and love”.

Sturgeon’s renewed leadership drive over the coronavirus crisis coincided with a call by 80 organizations from across different sectors of Scottish life for a “radical” response to Scotland’s coronavirus recovery.

Peter Kelly, director of Poverty Alliance, said: "As we plan our economic recovery, we must build back better”.

"We must design a more just taxation system, provide affordable and accessible public services, build a labor market that works for everyone, and ensure that everyone has an income that meets their needs", Kelly added.


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