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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

UK Covid-19 Inquiry Module 1 Report

18 July 2024 · Prime Minister

Proposed by Keir Starmer Lab Holborn and St Pancras

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At a glance

Key points

  • UK Covid-19 Inquiry Module One report has been published, covering the period from 2009 to early 2020.
  • Government commits to considering the report's findings and working with devolved governments and local partners to enhance resilience against future pandemics.
  • Prime Minister acknowledges the impact on families and pledges to learn from the inquiry's lessons.

Issue summary

The UK Covid-19 Inquiry Module One report has been published, examining the preparedness of the United Kingdom for the pandemic between 2009 and early 2020.

Action requested

The government commits to carefully considering the report's findings and recommendations, working with devolved governments and local partners to improve resilience against future pandemics and risks. The Prime Minister personally acknowledges the impact on families affected by the pandemic and pledges to learn from the inquiry’s lessons.

Key facts

  • Rt Hon Baroness Heather Hallett is the Chair of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.
  • Module One report covers the period between 2009 and early 2020.
  • Report concludes that the UK was under-prepared for the pandemic.
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