Epidemic Response Committee Notes: April 28th, 2020

Today marked the thirteenth Epidemic Response Committee meeting. Justin recaps the main points covered, as reported by Laura Kvigstad and Jessica Hopkins. 

Today's epidemic response committee focuses on the economic impacts of restrictions on small businesses.  The Committee heard from business owners in the cleaning, hospitality and retail sectors as well as Michael Barnett from the Auckland Chamber of Commerce.

The Epidemic Response Committee was established in late March to consider and report to the House of Representatives on matters relating to the Government's management of Covid-19. The chairperson is Simon Bridges, leader of Opposition.

The next commitee meeting is scheduled for 10am tomorrow morning