"The Controversial Legacy of Rishi Sunak's Lockdown Policies"

Rishi Sunak's "eat out to help out" scheme, launched in July 2020 to revive the UK economy during the pandemic, backfired as it was seen as a reckless and headline-seeking move. The scheme, which offered discounted meals at restaurants, was criticized for potentially contributing to a spike in Covid-19 cases. Sunak's popularity soared at the time, positioning him as a potential successor to Boris Johnson. However, evidence suggests that the policy did not provide lasting economic benefits, and alternative approaches were proposed but ignored. As Sunak faces questioning in the Covid inquiry, his leadership and decision-making are under scrutiny.