Johnson wanted tighter Covid rules, inquiry hears

According to the news article, the former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson reportedly wanted tighter COVID-19 restrictions, as revealed in the diaries of Lord Vallance, the government's former chief scientific adviser. The article states that Johnson believed the COVID-19 rules were not "ruthless enough" at the time. This contradicts the public perception that Johnson was hesitant to impose stricter measures during the pandemic. The article notes that the revelation comes from Lord Vallance's diaries, which provide an insider's perspective on the government's decision-making process regarding COVID-19 policies. The article does not provide further details on the specific reasons or context behind Johnson's reported desire for tighter restrictions. It remains unclear whether this view was shared by other government officials or if it led to any changes in the COVID-19 policies implemented during Johnson's tenure as Prime Minister.