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Covid-19 Inquiry: Disclosure of Information

Asked by Helen MaguireLiberal DemocratDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 9 September 2025UIN 73898

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what oversight mechanisms are in place to ensure that evidence submitted to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry from (a) bereaved families and (b) their legal representative is represented in (i) published mat

Answered by Ashley Dalton

The Covid-19 Inquiry is independent of the Government, and its timing, process and focus are all matters for the Chair, Baroness Heather Hallett. This includes the submission and representation of evidence.

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