Who was the Chancellor during the pandemic response that included a rescue package?

The Chancellor during the pandemic response that included a rescue package was Rishi Sunak. His role involved overseeing the economic measures implemented in response to the significant financial impact of COVID-19. In March 2020, he introduced various initiatives such as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, commonly known as the furlough scheme, which aimed to support businesses and protect jobs during the crisis. The rescue package included provisions for self-employed income support, loans for businesses, and grants to help both businesses and individuals cope with the economic fallout of the pandemic.

The other individuals mentioned held the position of Chancellor at different times but were not in office during the COVID-19 pandemic's critical response period. Boris Johnson served as Prime Minister and was involved in the overall government response but was not the Chancellor. George Osborne was Chancellor before Rishi Sunak and was not involved in pandemic-related decisions. Similarly, Alok Sharma was the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy during the pandemic and not Chancellor, which further emphasizes Rishi Sunak's crucial role during this unprecedented fiscal challenge.