Covid inquiry turns to PPE deals and the 'VIP lane'

The Covid public inquiry is examining the £48bn spent on medical equipment during the pandemic, with nearly 10% of contracts awarded to firms linked to the Conservative government. The inquiry will focus on the use of the “VIP lane” to expedite government contracts for PPE, ventilators, and tests, and has faced criticism for not calling PPE suppliers to give evidence. Bereaved families are concerned about potential whitewashing and lack of accountability in the inquiry process.

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