Sir Chris Wormald, a senior Whitehall official who initially believed Covid should be treated like chickenpox, has been appointed as the UK’s top civil servant. Despite criticism for his role in pandemic planning, Wormald brings a wealth of experience as the new cabinet secretary, aiming to drive forward a plan for change and improve the lives of working people. His appointment has sparked controversy, with Dominic Cummings condemning the decision due to Wormald’s past beliefs about handling the virus.
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