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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on the Covid-19 inquiry: the UK did too little, too late. Lessons must be learned | Editorial

All four of the UK's governments are criticised in the latest report from the public inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic of 2020-22. The Northern Ireland Executive's response is judged to have been marred by political divisions. In Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon did not involve cabinet colleagues enough in decision-making (though she is also described as serious and diligent). In Wales, Mark Drakeford's government mirrored some of the errors made in London, particularly when it delayed the introduction of new restrictions in the autumn of 2020.
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fromBusiness Matters
5 months ago

Rachel Reeves accused of leaving devolved nations in the red after NICs rise

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash for underfunding devolved governments after increasing employer NICs, leading to significant budget shortfalls in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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