Error to open pubs not schools, Covid inquiry told

An inquiry into the government’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic has been told that there was an error in prioritizing the reopening of pubs over schools.

Experts have argued that closing schools should have been a priority in order to prevent the spread of the virus among children and teachers. Instead, the government chose to reopen pubs, leading to a surge in cases and contributing to a greater loss of life.

The decision to prioritize the economy over public health has been heavily criticized, with calls for a more balanced approach in future responses to public health crises.