I believe the UK government is reluctant, as they have been all along. Reluctant to take the required steps to get us through this crisis.
It is that reluctance that has led to the haphazard implementation of restrictions across the country. It has also contributed to the levels of distrust by Joe Public.
It is due to the disturbing results of the REACT study, and the actions of the French and German governments, that lead me to believe that our government needs to act swiftly and firmly.
The writing is on the wall.
WrAnTz 
maybe it is