Reflections on the UK COVID-19 Public Inquiry: Unveiling the Hidden Impact on Colorectal Cancer

Abstract

The UK COVID-19 Inquiry, launched in 2022 and led by Baroness Heather Hallett, is an extensive review of the country’s handling of the pandemic, examining how well the government and health systems responded. The inquiry covers areas including the economy, education, and healthcare. The 10 modules cover preparedness, decision-making, healthcare impact, and vaccine rollouts. As part of this broad investigation, Module 3 focussed on the healthcare impact, assessing how the NHS managed essential services, including cancer care, during a period of enormous strain.