Post-Covid-19 support

Early day motion 863, tabled 8 September 2020 by Carol Monaghan (Scottish National Party). Signed by 37 members.

That this House is concerned that many individuals who contracted covid-19 are continuing to be affected by the virus many months after their initial infection; notes that these post-viral symptoms can include: extreme fatigue, dizziness, severe headaches and muscular pain, inability to concentrate and post-exertional malaise; further notes that exercise can amplify these symptoms; recognises that many of these symptoms are familiar to those suffering from post-viral conditions, such as myalgic encephalomyelitis; calls on the Government to make a clear statement that increasing levels of exercise may have adverse long-term health effects for those recovering from covid-19; and urges the Government to make a statement on the financial support that will be made available for people who are currently unable to return to work as a result of post-Covid-19 symptoms.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 18, Labour 8, Plaid Cymru 3, DUP 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Conservative 1, Green 1, Independent 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.