I wrote a piece for @policynetwork on how Covid may have improved our views aboutexperts but there’s a danger that the government will this to shift the blame for what are ultimately political decisions, onto the shoulders of scientists. 1/3 https://policynetwork.org/opinions/blogs/the-fall-and-rise-of-the-experts/

The government claims to be “following the science”. But scientists don’t all hold the same opinions and politicians often pick the advice that fits with their ideological leanings. "Behavioural fatigue" is a good example - a concept not recognised by Behavioural Scientists...2/3

..but fitted well with the libertarian instincts of the Tory government and was used to justify delaying lockdown.

Politicians are ultimately responsible for government decisions, whether or not they were recommended by experts and must always bear the final responsibility.3/3