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Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals’ in collaboration with researchers in China, and with funding from LifeArc, is set to commence a clinical trial of using Leflunomide, a drug licensed to treat rheumatoid arthritis – in hospitalised COVID-19 patients.

Dr Ben Spencer has today issued the following update regarding his ongoing Aviation Campaign:

Please see attached a letter to residents regarding Dominic Cummings.

As lockdown begins to ease we need to focus even more on our recovery and the long term support for jobs and businesses.

Today in Westminster Dr Ben Spencer called on the Chancellor to get planes flying again, in addition to providing direct support to those in the sector affected by the current crisis.

The Government this week announced a package of support measures for universities and students aimed at stabilising admissions, supporting students and financial support for Higher Education providers.

Constituents affected by British Airways redundancies or other issues concerning the aviation sector are being urged to submit questions to the Transport Select Committee, as part of their ongoing inquiry into the implications of the pandemic for transport.

Many constituents have contacted me about the impact of the pandemic on the aviation industry and what this means for local jobs and businesses.

This Friday marks the 75th Anniversary of VE Day, the end of the Second World War in Europe.

While the current lockdown is necessary to tackle covid-19, restricting social contact can also limit the ability of people facing domestic abuse to seek help.