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UK Covid inquiry finds PPE shortages let virus spread

Original: Baroness Hallett concluded today that # Covid "spread like wildfire because of a lack of PPE" "There isn't a lack of PPE

Baroness Hallett concluded that Covid "spread like wildfire" in the UK because of a lack of PPE. The finding contradicts statements by then health secretary Matt Hancock, who said in April and May 2020 that PPE was not in short supply, "just in the wrong place". The conclusion comes from the UK's Covid-19 public inquiry, drawing renewed criticism of the government's pandemic response.

Why now: The UK Covid-19 inquiry has just published findings directly contradicting ministers' earlier claims about PPE supplies.

Baroness HallettMatt HancockUK Covid-19 Inquiry

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• Baroness Hallett concluded today that # Covid "spread like wildfire because of a lack of PPE" "There isn't a lack of PPE it just seems to be in the wrong place," said Matt Hancock in April 2020 AND On May 15, 2020, Matt Hancock stated during a Downing Street press conference… · Geri@veganism.social · 10

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