In line with the call by the Heads of State and Government, the European Commission announced on 17 March that it had set up a Scientific Council dedicated to COVID-19 (see EUROPE B12443A1). This team of virologists and epidemiologists, which will advise the Commission on scientific and coordinated risk management measures, will hold its first meeting on 18 March.
“This panel will play an important role in the EU’s medical response to the pandemic. Its work will complement and...