Professor Karol Sikora, a leading British oncologist, lashed out at Prince Harry following his comments on volunteering at a time of crisis and the pride he has for Britons. The Duke of Sussex revealed his thoughts on the selfless behaviour of many British veterans who have joined the army of volunteers helping the most vulnerable and the NHS during the coronavirus pandemic.
During his chat with Michael Coates, who hosts the Declassified podcast, Prince Harry said: “I’m just so incredibly proud to see what these individuals up and down the country and across the world are doing on a day to day basis.
“I think that what is happening especially in the UK is the very best of the human spirit. “It’s also proving that I think things are better than we’re led to believe through certain corners of the media.
“It can be very worrying when you’re sitting there and the only information you are getting is from certain news channels, but then if you are out and about or you are on the right platforms, you can really sense this human spirit coming to the forefront.”
This comment appears to be referring to the volunteering efforts of the veteran community and fears of isolation rather than on the dangers of the coronavirus pandemic. However, Professor Sikora branded these remarks, broadcasted after 888 more people died of coronavirus yesterday, “outrageous”.
The expert told The Sun: “What are his qualifications for making these comments — other than deserting his country in its hour of need? “I think these remarks are outrageous.
“As for the media, I really don’t understand what Harry’s beef is. “Journalists have been reporting the facts and have been doing great work in holding the Government to account.