First Came Covid-19 The unimaginable short-term lockdown of how our society functions that extended, through different iterations, for over almost two years of chronic instability.Thousands died, many of them otherwise healthy, with the longer-term physical health consequences for tens of thousands still to be seen.Businesses suffered, some more than others, but those that chose to use government supports  may have served only to defer the consequences.The public finances – shattered by the financial crisis of a decade ago – have taken a hit, the impact of which will take years to work through.Covid’s impact on the hospitality and tourism industries,…

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