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Wales launches independent Covid-19 review led by Cardiff professor

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 07:32 · Archive

Wales has launched an independent review of its Covid-19 response, led by Professor Daniel Wincott from Cardiff University's School of Law and Politics. The review was announced in the Senedd by Cabinet Minister for Government Effectiveness and the Constitution, Dafydd Trystan Davies, who said it will be proportionate and targeted to provide independent assurance that lessons have been learned and acted upon.

The review will focus on health and adult social care, services that were central to Wales' pandemic response and frequently raised as matters of concern by bereaved families. It will be supported by an Assurance Panel including individuals with expertise in healthcare systems, social care and public health. The panel will use substantial evidence already collected by the UK Covid-19 Public Inquiry, including findings, published reviews and other relevant work.

Professor Wincott said the review will assess the pandemic in Wales specifically, identify gaps in evidence about the Welsh experience, and learn lessons for the future. The review will assess whether UK Covid-19 Inquiry recommendations, committee reports and resilience exercises have been implemented, ensuring Wales is better prepared for future national emergencies.

Wales launches independent Covid-19 review led by Cardiff professor
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In this story: Professor Daniel Wincott · Dafydd Trystan Davies · Cardiff University · Wales · UK Covid-19 Public Inquiry

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