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Patrick Vallance

Edward Stourton profiles Sir Patrick Vallance, the former academic who became GSK head of research and development before becoming the government‘s chief scientific adviser.

The pandemic has thrust the Government Chief Scientific Adviser into the middle of the clash between politics and science. He’s faced criticism from MPs, the press, and the public. Edward Stourton finds out about the man behind the pedestal, Sir Patrick Vallance. From fixing caravans on his parents’ site in Cornwall to breakfast with an mentor and a stint in industry with GlaxoSmithKline, who is the man advising our leaders on the pandemic?
Presenter: Edward Stourton
Researcher: Drew Miller Hyndman
Producer: Ben Crighton
Editor: Richard Vadon

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14 minutes

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Sun 19 Dec 2021 17:40

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  • Sat 18 Dec 2021 19:00
  • Sun 19 Dec 2021 05:45
  • Sun 19 Dec 2021 17:40

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