Dithering so costly

THE PM delaying his plan to end restrictions comes after he dawdled on imposing tough travel restrictions for India, where the Delta variant was first detected.

Perhaps we should rename it the Johnson variant, as this domestic delay until July 19 will mean yet more expense and inconvenience for millions of people.

Public health must come first, of course, and when a third wave would risk another clampdown, heeding expert advice is welcome after Johnson fatally ignored it in the past.

Wedding venues, as well as brides and grooms, will be relieved they’re an exception but additional financial support may now be required for workers, self-employed grafters and business owners left in the lurch.

Raising and then dashing hopes is another example of Johnson misgoverning.