The Covid Inquiry Podcast
BBC Radio 4
Full coverage of the Covid Inquiry from its hearings in London and from around the UK. With Jim Reed, Divya Talwar, Lorna Gordon, Hywel Griffith and Jennifer O'Leary.
Episodes
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Jul 14, 2023 • 6min
5. "We Didn't Know What Was Going On"
Senior officials reflect on pandemic preparations and communication problems with devolved governments. Challenges in communication, lack of response, and technical issues discussed. Improving future pandemic preparedness mentioned.
Jul 14, 2023 • 7min
4. "A Witness Box Not A Soapbox"
Former Health Secretary and former Scottish First Minister provide evidence in the COVID inquiry. Testimonies highlight shortcomings in pandemic planning, lack of implementation of training recommendations, and impact of Brexit planning. Importance of a comprehensive inquiry and future pandemic preparedness discussed.
Jul 14, 2023 • 7min
3. "How Sorry I Am"
Professor Dame Sally Davies, David Cameron, and Jeremy Hunt discuss the lack of resilience in the public health system, the defense against austerity, the failure to learn from other countries, the absence of serious consideration for a shutdown before 2020, and the threats faced by scientists during the pandemic.
Jul 14, 2023 • 7min
2. "It Started Very Simply"
The podcast explores the UK's preparedness for a pandemic, including previous outbreaks and the impact on animals. It also discusses the lack of planning, inequalities in health, and features the voices of families impacted by COVID.
Jul 13, 2023 • 1min
1. The Covid Inquiry: The Beginning
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