The COVID-19 Inquiry has launched a new online form which anyone can use to share their experiences of the pandemic directly with the Inquiry.
The form is a way people can anonymously share how the pandemic impacted their lives, without the formality of giving evidence or attending a public hearing.
Participants are asked not to submit personal details, and the experiences gathered will be later reviewed, with analytical reports summarising what people contributed being used as evidence in the Inquiry’s modules and hearings. Because recalling these events may be emotionally challenging, they have provided a list of external organisations which can provide support if it is needed.
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry’s Terms of Reference include a commitment to listen to and consider carefully the experiences of bereaved families and others who have suffered hardship or loss as a result of the pandemic.
The online form is an important step forward for the listening exercise which will provide an opportunity for people across the UK to share their experiences with the Inquiry.
Date: 7 December