A rapid, transparent review is needed before a second wave
A public inquiry into the UK’s response to covid-19 now seems inevitable, with political and public demands for one that can command widespread support. While a comprehensive inquiry at some point will be essential, the traditional model, as used with Bloody Sunday2 or the Iraq war,3 takes years. We do not have time. With some of the highest death rates anywhere and clear problems in implementing an effective, joined-up response, the UK needs answers within months, before a second wave develops.
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