Rutherglen’s MP has called for the Prime Minister’s chief advisor to resign after it was revealed he broke lockdown rules.
An investigation by the Reformer ’s sister paper the Mirror revealed that Dominic Cummings had travelled with his wife and son to Durham, despite feeling unwell with coronavirus symptoms.
Mr Cummings was later diagnosed with the illness. He claimed he needed to make the trip so that his young son was nearer family members who could help with childcare.
The weekend revelations provoked a political storm, with further reports showing he had also later travelled 30 miles to Barnard Castle from Durham, which he said on Monday was to test his eyesight.
Margaret Ferrier has now added her voice to those calling for Mr Cummings to resign.
She also stressed that anyone concerned about childcare if diagnosed with COVID-19 should contact the authorities.
Ms Ferrier said: “Dominic Cummings’ actions have undermined the sacrifices that we have all been making in lockdown to protect each other from coronavirus. His position is untenable and he must be removed from his post now.
“The fact that Boris Johnson and senior Tories have backed Dominic Cummings, in the face of widespread and understandable public anger, demonstrates a total failure of leadership at a time of national crisis.
“The public health advice is crystal clear. For the safety of others, anyone with coronavirus symptoms must self-isolate, in line with government guidance. They should not leave the house for any reason.
“Anyone who needs help during periods of self-isolation should make use of the support offered through local authorities, which is open to anyone who needs it.”
