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UK COVID-19 Inquiry response costs for Quarter 3 24/25

27 February 2025

Proposing MP
Torfaen
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement provides an update on the costs associated with the UK Government's response to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry.

Action Requested

No specific action is requested; the statement provides quarterly figures for staff and legal costs incurred by departments in responding to the inquiry.

Key Facts

  • The cumulative total cost of UK COVID-19 Inquiry Response Unit staff (including contingent labour costs) up to Quarter 3 is £16,026,000.
  • The number of full-time equivalent staff dedicated to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry Response Units reached 287 in Quarter 3.
  • The cumulative total legal costs for Q3 are £16,104,000.
Assessment & feedback
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