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UK COVID-19 Inquiry response costs for Quarter 1 25/26

04 September 2025

Proposing MP
Nick Thomas-Symonds Lab
Torfaen
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The minister is updating Parliament on the UK Government's costs associated with responding to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry for Quarter 1 of 2025/26.

Action Requested

The minister provides an update based on figures from relevant departments, noting that the total staff and legal costs are detailed in the statement without including witness preparation or policy development work costs.

Key Facts

  • The UK COVID-19 Inquiry publishes its running costs quarterly.
  • The Chair aims to complete her work as quickly and efficiently as possible.
  • The figures provided cover a selection of relevant departments, excluding some costs such as internal departmental advisory legal costs and witness preparation.
  • Departments involved include the Cabinet Office, Department for Health and Social Care, UK Health Security Agency, Home Office, HM Treasury, and Government Legal Department.
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