Last mentioned: Mar 19, 2026
Final Reports Expected
The inquiry is expected to begin releasing its final thematic findings and recommendations.
NHS Impact Probe
The inquiry sets out detailed evidence regarding the pandemic's impact on NHS patients and staff.
Witness Evidence Ends
Final oral testimonies are heard, marking the end of the public evidence-gathering phase.
Module 3 Hearings Begin
Public hearings start for the module focused on the impact on healthcare systems.
Public Hearings Begin
Module 1 hearings commence, focusing on pandemic preparedness and resilience.
Inquiry Established
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry is formally set up under the Inquiries Act 2005.
Inquiry Established
The UK COVID-19 Inquiry is formally set up to examine the UK's response to the pandemic.
First National Lockdown
UK government imposes stay-at-home orders, significantly impacting NHS service delivery.
The UK’s public inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic has entered a critical phase, examining the systemic impact on the National Health Service (NHS) and patient outcomes. This module scrutinizes healthcare capacity, the management of non-COVID services, and the effectiveness of medical interventions during the crisis.
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has officially concluded its witness evidence phase, marking a pivotal transition from public testimony to judicial deliberation. Bereaved families and legal advocates are now shifting focus toward the inquiry’s final reports and the potential for subsequent civil litigation or systemic regulatory reform.