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Nicola Sturgeon at the Covid Inquiry: Tears and deleted WhatsApps
Jan 31, 2024
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon gave emotional evidence at the Covid Inquiry, defending her decision to delete WhatsApp messages. The podcast also covers the details of Northern Ireland's new Brexit deal, addressing the complexities of Brexit and its impact on the region. It explores the challenges faced in managing the pandemic, the mistakes made, and the uncertain constitutional future of the UK.
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- Nicola Sturgeon expressed regret for not implementing lockdown measures earlier and acknowledged the immense responsibility she felt in leading the country through the crisis.
- The controversy surrounding the deletion of WhatsApp messages by government officials raised concerns about transparency and accountability.
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Nicola Sturgeon's emotional testimony during the COVID inquiry
During the COVID inquiry, Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, delivered emotional testimony about her experiences during the early stages of the pandemic. Sturgeon expressed regret for not implementing lockdown measures earlier and acknowledged the immense responsibility she felt in leading the country through the crisis.
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