 The populist radical right has weaponized stigma against welfare recipients to justify welfare state retrenchment during times of economic crisis. This tactic has been used by various political parties throughout history, but it has become more prominent with the rise of the populist radical right. The COVID-19 pandemic has provided an opportunity for the PRR to further their agenda as they have used the pandemic to push for further cuts to public services and welfare programs. These cuts could lead to increased health inequalities and exacerbate existing disparities in access to health care and other social services. This article was authored by Claire Bambrough and Julia Lynch.