What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?

The UK Covid inquiry is a government-led investigation into the handling of the Covid-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom. The inquiry aims to examine the government’s response to the pandemic, including decisions made around lockdown measures, testing and tracing, vaccine rollout, and support for businesses and individuals affected by the virus.

The inquiry will be conducted by a panel of experts, who will review evidence from various sources, including government officials, scientific advisors, healthcare professionals, and members of the public. The panel will also have the power to call witnesses to give evidence and to request documents and other information relevant to the investigation.

Once the inquiry is complete, the panel will produce a report detailing their findings and recommendations for how the government can better respond to future pandemics. The report will be presented to the government and may be made public, depending on the decision of the panel.

Overall, the UK Covid inquiry aims to provide transparency and accountability for the government’s handling of the pandemic, while also identifying lessons learned and improvements that can be made for future public health emergencies.