A recent series of events, including Conservative defections, public denouncements, and revelations from Dominic Cummings, have made for a challenging week for Prime Minister Boris Johnson. However, when it comes to handling the Covid-19 pandemic, Johnson has received validation, according to Allison Pearson, a columnist for The Telegraph and co-host of the podcast, “Planet Normal.”
Pearson argues that with the lifting of Plan B coronavirus restrictions, Johnson’s approach has been proven successful. This sentiment is echoed by her co-host, Liam Halligan, who sees the end of the restrictions as a welcome distraction from the recent party controversies in Downing Street.
The podcast hosts also criticize the opposition, particularly Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, for calling for stricter measures without questioning the evidence behind them. They point to France as an example of a country that reimposed lockdown measures, only to see a surge in cases shortly after.
Halligan believes that Johnson’s focus should now be on ensuring that his decisions in handling the pandemic are seen favorably in the future. Despite the recent challenges, Halligan argues that the UK, particularly England, is in a better position than most economies in the northern hemisphere.
The hosts speculate that Johnson hopes the removal of Plan B restrictions will help regain support from the Tory party and the silent majority of the UK population.
In this week’s episode, the hosts are joined by actor and presenter Denise Welch, who shares her insights on the “Covidian cult” and her personal experiences with an overwhelmed healthcare system.
Listen to “Planet Normal,” a weekly Telegraph podcast that offers news and perspectives outside the political bubble, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast app.
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