I agree that at various points in the pandemic the rules were so specific, rather than being based on sensible principles, that made them pointless and illogical in various circumstances. A drink wit… (View Post)

It seems about time. Taking lateral flow tests when not unwell has become a national hobby of sorts. Does that indicate Plan B measures may end before long? (View Post)

Over in terms of new restrictions, perhaps. But in the City on a Thursday evening, pubs that would usually be heaving resemble those of a small town on a Tuesday afternoon. So the work from home dire… (View Post)

Taxing externalities is a pretty well established principle. I struggle to see how anyone could see it as a greater evil than the types of lockdowns or restrictions we've seen on and off for almost 2… (View Post)

Exactly. The Overton window had been shifted to such an extent that previously unthinkable measures (such as forced closure of businesses, limiting the number of people you can have in your own home)… (View Post)