Piers Morgan was keen to get some clarity on the government’s guidelines regarding key workers as the UK goes into lockdown. The Good Morning Britain host welcomed Michael Gove onto the show and wanted to know if he thought Sports Direct employees and builders were key workers as many were still being told to go to work. The pair went in circles as Morgan demanded a clear answer from the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
Morgan noted Sports Direct had “self-identified” as key workers and Gove agreed this was not correct.
“I can’t see any justification for Sports Direct to be open,” he remarked. “Mike Ashley should rescind what he said.”
Morgan went on to ask about construction workers: “Other than to make secure building sites in Britain today, is there any other reason why builders should be going to work?”
“Yes there is some essential work that needs to continue,” Gove replied.
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Morgan noted Sports Direct had “self-identified” as key workers and Gove agreed this was not correct.
“I can’t see any justification for Sports Direct to be open,” he remarked. “Mike Ashley should rescind what he said.”
Morgan went on to ask about construction workers: “Other than to make secure building sites in Britain today, is there any other reason why builders should be going to work?”
“Yes there is some essential work that needs to continue,” Gove replied.
One viewer shared: “What a waste of time! Gove has NOTHING to say!! He doesn’t even seem to have a grip on the seriousness of the situation himself!!
“His answers are pure waffle -no specific info -all generalities! USELESS!! #GMB.”
Another added: ”#Gove started clear now doing circles of words and giving woolly responses to construction No clarification…theres a surprise not #GMB.”
“Michael Gove having a car crash here, he cant bring himself to say builders shouldn’t be doing doing private extensions,unreal,clear as mud #GMB,” a third continued.
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Someone else tweeted: “@michaelgove clarity on construction workers is clear as mud, cannot trust #Tories #GMB.”
A fifth continued: “#piersmorgan #[email protected] Michael Gove is a complete waste of time.
“No clarity and lack of understanding of construction and building sites. Well done Piers keep pushing the idiot.”
“JESUS! Micheal Grove, please give a straight answer! #GMB @GMB,” another demanded.
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The interview came after Mr Johnson announced only “essential” businesses should remain open as the UK goes into lockdown for three weeks.
The government will then review the situation to decide whether to relieve or intensify the stringent measures.
All retail outlets must remain in lockdown with the exception of supermarkets and pharmacies. Petrol stations, bicycle shops, home and hardware shops, laundrettes and dry cleaners, bicycle shops, garages, car rentals, pet shops, corner shops, newsagents, post offices, and banks are also allowed to remain open.
Good Morning Britain airs weekdays on ITV at 6am.
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