Gary Stevenson, a former City trader turned wealth tax campaigner, says he is quitting his YouTube channel that gained prominence during the Covid pandemic. In a video address to camera lasting about 48 minutes, he cites health concerns as the reason for stepping away from making content. The move follows a wider public profile after a televised documentary introduced Stevenson to new audiences, but it also drew criticism from multiple sides. Some left-leaning tax experts questioned aspects of his message, while rightwing commentators also expressed scepticism, according to reporting. While outlets agree that Stevenson’s decision is linked to his health, they also note that the announcement comes after a period of heightened scrutiny and backlash connected to the documentary and its reception. The Independent reports Stevenson has “stepped back” from YouTube, describing himself as “knackered,” while The Guardian characterizes the reaction as mixed. Across sources, the core point remains that Stevenson is stopping or reducing his regular video work due to health problems, not changes to his political goals, even as public controversy around his views continues to be discussed.