The Covid Inquiry Podcast - 61. 'A Lockdown Of The Economy'

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The Covid Inquiry hears how - as covid infections spread rapidly across the country - the Government designed a furlough scheme and intervened to support businesses. With evidence from Dr Tim Leunig, described as the economic architect of furlough, and former ministers in the Scottish and Welsh governments. Theo Leggett reports.

Published on Saturday, 6th December 2025.

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