Mothballed factories could be restarted to produce vital masks, gowns and other equipment for frontline NHS staff battling coronavirus, the Mirror can reveal.
Talks have taken place between Government officials and workers' leaders about reopening furloughed plants to boost the supply of personal protective equipment for doctors, nurses and carers.
A video call took place on Sunday between union officials and the Cabinet Office about a “collective effort” to source raw materials and manufacture PPE.
The discussions on a “call to arms” included plans to “reopen furloughed facilities”, the Mirror has been told. The measure would be like in wartime where efforts were devoted to defeating a common enemy and fighting for victory.