The First Minister of Wales said the prime minister "really, really is awful" after a meeting with Boris Johnson last year.

Mark Drakeford's comments featured in an S4C documentary, which filmed his response to the Covid pandemic.

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He suggested he felt a "sense of despair" following the Cobra meeting where a lorry travel ban in France was discussed.

Downing Street said it has worked closely with devolved ministers.

Sunday night's broadcast also shows the Welsh Government cabinet was split last year when it decided to go it alone on only allowing two households to meet at Christmas.

France banned lorry traffic from Britain last December amid concern over a new variant of the virus found in the UK.

On the call, Mr Johnson can be heard to say he wants to "urgently look at the implications of the travel bans that some of our European Friends have imposed".

It later eased the measures after an agreement to have lorry drivers tested. Travel bans were also implemented by other nations.

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The programme cuts away from most of the meeting, saying it cannot record it for security reasons.

But Mr Drakeford is then heard to say: "Dear me, he really really is awful.

"Imagine that some deadly new variant of the virus had been discovered in France and they were trying to persuade us that there was no need to take any action to stop French lorry drivers from driving across the continent."

When asked by an adviser whether he wanted any minutes from the meeting, Mr Drakeford said: "No, I don't think there is anything at all, other than wringing our hands, a sense of despair."

Earlier in the programme, he said he and the PM were "very different people".

'Tackle pandemic as one UK'
They had both studied Latin "but it's hard to find anything else that's common between us as people", he added.

"The world through Boris Johnson's eyes is so different to the world that people in Wales see. It's difficult sometimes to understand where he's coming from and why he's doing what he's doing."

In response Mr Johnson's spokesman said: "There have been many many meetings and calls with the devolved administrations and local partners since the pandemic began including weekly calls between the First Ministers, deputy First Ministers and the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster [Michael Gove.]"

"The PM has talked previously about his intention to tackle this pandemic as one UK, that's why we've worked closely with devolved administrations."

Welsh Conservative Senedd leader Andrew RT Davies, said: "This type of rhetoric might play well with the nationalists ahead of Senedd coalition talks, but I'm not sure this is a good look for Labour's First Minister."

"While the First Minister might not like the rosette on the Prime Minister's lapel, he should respect the office."

African countries are starting mass Covid inoculation drives using vaccines supplied through a scheme set up to share doses fairly with poorer nations.
Ivory Coast is one of the first to benefit from the UN-backed Covax distribution initiative, with injections beginning on Monday.
Ghana is also launching its vaccination drive this week.

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Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo on Monday became the first to receive a coronavirus vaccine through the scheme.
Mr Akufo-Addo urged people to get inoculated and not to believe conspiracy theories casting doubt on the programme, which will see some 600,000 doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine rolled out nationwide on Tuesday.

"It's important that I set the example that this vaccine is safe by being the first to have it, so that everybody in Ghana can feel comfortable about taking this vaccine," he said.

Africa's vaccine rollout gathers pace
The scheme to share doses with others
The rollout will initially focus on the most vulnerable - those aged over 60 or with serious underlying health issues - and essential workers, such as medical professionals, teachers, police and even some journalists.

But pregnant women and those under the age of 18 are not part of the vaccination campaign. Authorities have said they do not have enough data on the possible side effects of the vaccines on such groups.

A message of assurance
By Thomas Naadi, BBC News, in Ghana
Nana Akufo Addo and his wife were vaccinated in a ceremony broadcast live on television to encourage other Ghanaians to get their jabs.
Some Ghanaians have expressed misgivings about the safety of the vaccines. While some believe it is a ploy by the government to reduce the country's population by making them infertile, others think the vaccines might be fake.

In a televised address to the nation on Sunday, the president stressed that the vaccines had been declared safe by the country's Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), and there was no reason to doubt their safety. "Taking the vaccines will not alter your DNA, it will not embed a tracking device in your body, neither will it cause infertility in women or men," he assured.

Ghana's FDA has also approved Russia's Sputnik V vaccines for emergency use, and the certification process is ongoing for other vaccines.
The country is also exploring the possibility of getting some local manufacturers the needed licence to produce some of the existing vaccines, while Ghanaian scientists are working with their counterparts on the continent to develop a vaccine.

In Ivory Coast, which has a similar rollout programme, people began to queue at vaccination centres early on Monday for their first dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.

Nigeria is due to take delivery of nearly four million doses of vaccine later this week.
Prof Gavin Yamey, who was involved in setting up the Covax programme, said there was a "huge need" to distribute vaccines worldwide.

"It has been rather depressing watching rich nations essentially just clear the shelves," he said, adding: "It's been absolutely a kind of me first, me only vaccine grab, and that's not just incredibly unfair, it's also terrible public health."

Vaccination programmes have been slow to get off the ground in Africa, but the continent has reported relatively few cases and deaths in comparison with many western countries.

The Covax scheme hopes to deliver more than two billion doses to people in 190 countries in less than a year.

African countries are starting mass Covid inoculation drives using vaccines supplied through a scheme set up to share doses fairly with poorer nations.
Ivory Coast is one of the first to benefit from the UN-backed Covax distribution initiative, with injections beginning on Monday.
Ghana is also launching its vaccination drive this week.

Source link > https://flash-s7e1.8b.io/

Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo on Monday became the first to receive a coronavirus vaccine through the scheme.
Mr Akufo-Addo urged people to get inoculated and not to believe conspiracy theories casting doubt on the programme, which will see some 600,000 doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine rolled out nationwide on Tuesday.

"It's important that I set the example that this vaccine is safe by being the first to have it, so that everybody in Ghana can feel comfortable about taking this vaccine," he said.

Africa's vaccine rollout gathers pace
The scheme to share doses with others
The rollout will initially focus on the most vulnerable - those aged over 60 or with serious underlying health issues - and essential workers, such as medical professionals, teachers, police and even some journalists.

But pregnant women and those under the age of 18 are not part of the vaccination campaign. Authorities have said they do not have enough data on the possible side effects of the vaccines on such groups.

A message of assurance
By Thomas Naadi, BBC News, in Ghana
Nana Akufo Addo and his wife were vaccinated in a ceremony broadcast live on television to encourage other Ghanaians to get their jabs.
Some Ghanaians have expressed misgivings about the safety of the vaccines. While some believe it is a ploy by the government to reduce the country's population by making them infertile, others think the vaccines might be fake.

In a televised address to the nation on Sunday, the president stressed that the vaccines had been declared safe by the country's Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), and there was no reason to doubt their safety. "Taking the vaccines will not alter your DNA, it will not embed a tracking device in your body, neither will it cause infertility in women or men," he assured.

Ghana's FDA has also approved Russia's Sputnik V vaccines for emergency use, and the certification process is ongoing for other vaccines.
The country is also exploring the possibility of getting some local manufacturers the needed licence to produce some of the existing vaccines, while Ghanaian scientists are working with their counterparts on the continent to develop a vaccine.

In Ivory Coast, which has a similar rollout programme, people began to queue at vaccination centres early on Monday for their first dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.

Nigeria is due to take delivery of nearly four million doses of vaccine later this week.
Prof Gavin Yamey, who was involved in setting up the Covax programme, said there was a "huge need" to distribute vaccines worldwide.

"It has been rather depressing watching rich nations essentially just clear the shelves," he said, adding: "It's been absolutely a kind of me first, me only vaccine grab, and that's not just incredibly unfair, it's also terrible public health."

Vaccination programmes have been slow to get off the ground in Africa, but the continent has reported relatively few cases and deaths in comparison with many western countries.

The Covax scheme hopes to deliver more than two billion doses to people in 190 countries in less than a year.

Vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech are slowly but steadily becoming available in the United States, and if you’re eligible to receive one in your state, you may be headed to a vaccination appointment soon. Preparing to receive your dose — whether it’s your first or second — can make your vaccination and the following days go as smoothly as possible. Here are some things to keep in mind before you go.
Preparing for reactions and side effects

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Like all vaccines, those from Moderna and Pfizer come with a risk of reactions and side effects. (Reaction refers to symptoms that commonly occur after vaccination, while side effects are unexpected and rare adverse health effects resulting from vaccination.)
Not everyone who gets vaccinated will experience reactions or side effects. The most common reactions for both vaccines include pain, swelling, and redness at the injection site and chills, tiredness, and headache elsewhere in the body — essentially, feeling like you’re sick with the flu. Fever, chills, tiredness, and headache are most common after the second dose. (For everything you need to know about reactions and side effects and how they may differ by age group, I highly recommend the excellent Covid-19 vaccine FAQ Tara Haelle wrote for Elemental.)
You can prepare for a sore arm and discomfort at the injection site by being ready to take an over-the-counter drug like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or an NSAID after your vaccination, but discuss it with your physician first: Some experts recommend avoiding painkillers because it’s possible they may interfere with the effectiveness of the vaccine. There isn’t any research that supports taking these drugs before vaccination, and many experts don’t recommend it. After vaccination, you can ease discomfort in a sore arm by applying a cool washcloth to it and exercising it. In case you have a fever after getting vaccinated, be ready to drink plenty of fluids and dress lightly.
It’s also a good idea to check with your physician to make sure that any medication you are taking will not interfere with the vaccine.
As Haelle noted in her FAQ, since the second dose sometimes elicits a stronger reaction, some experts recommend scheduling your appointment on a Friday or taking the next day off work. But remember that all of these reactions are normal, will resolve in a few days, and shouldn’t deter you from getting vaccinated.
One side effect that’s been documented in a small number of people is a severe allergic reaction, which I’ll discuss below.
What to know about allergies
A very small number of people have experienced a severe anaphylactic reaction to the vaccine. According to a statement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported by STAT News on January 22, the rate of anaphylaxis is 2.1 cases per million doses of the Moderna vaccine and 6.2 cases per million doses of the Pfizer vaccine. Anaphylaxis after vaccination is considered a rare event.
If you have a history of anaphylaxis or immediate allergic reaction, prepare by reading the CDC’s guidelines on who shouldn’t receive the vaccine. The American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI) recommends that people with a history of anaphylaxis, mast cell disease, or concerns about receiving the vaccines should schedule a visit with an experienced allergist or immunologist before getting vaccinated.
Your daily allergy medication routine shouldn’t change. According to ACAAI, you should take your routine medicines on vaccination day, and if you don’t normally take daily allergy medication, the CDC doesn’t recommend pre-medicating before getting the vaccine. There isn’t any research suggesting that over-the-counter or prescription allergy medication will interfere with the effectiveness of the vaccine.
Know that the CDC has published guidance for vaccine providers on how to monitor people who receive the vaccine. It recommends that people with “a history of an immediate allergic reaction of any severity to a vaccine or injectable therapy and persons with a history of anaphylaxis due to any cause” should be monitored for 30 minutes after getting the vaccine (all other people are monitored for 15). Providers have been directed to have a number of treatments on hand in case of anaphylaxis, including an epinephrine-prefilled syringe or autoinjector (EpiPen), H1 and H2 antihistamines, and a bronchodilator.
Caring for yourself and others after vaccination
While flu-like symptoms should go away after a few days, you should contact your doctor if they don’t resolve or if they are worrying. If you’ve just received your first dose, remember to schedule your second dose (when available).
One of the most important things to prepare for is to continue social distancing and wearing a mask after getting vaccinated. As I wrote previously on the Coronavirus Blog, doing so is crucial to keeping yourself and people around you safe until more people are vaccinated. This will help prevent the spread of variants and achieve vaccine-mediated herd immunity, at least for now.