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Who did we protect during the pandemic? And who fell through the cracks?

Economy
United Kingdom
Started January 30, 2026

If it isn’t too early in the new year for a throwback, a few weeks ago I appeared at the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, talking about how well (or not) the economic interventions had been designed with inequality in mind. The economic shock caused by the pandemic was felt very unevenly across the economy, reflecting the sectors … Continued The post Who did we protect during the pandemic? And who fell through the cracks? appeared first on Resolution Foundation

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 30, 2026
The lack of support for freelancers and gig workers during the pandemic shows a systemic failure in recognizing the changing nature of work.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 30, 2026
The pandemic exposed significant inequalities, highlighting the need for targeted economic interventions to support the most vulnerable populations.
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The government’s economic interventions were effective overall, providing necessary relief and stability to a majority of the population during a crisis.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 30, 2026
Economic support during the pandemic was disproportionately favoring certain sectors, leaving many essential workers without adequate protection.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 30, 2026
While some were protected, the pandemic revealed systemic gaps in our safety nets that require urgent reform to prevent future disparities.
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