Public hearings for Module 6 of the Covid-19 Inquiry begin on Monday 30 June 2025 and end on Thursday 31 July 2025.
Module 6 investigates the impact of the pandemic on the Adult Social Care sector in the UK.
The Rt Hon Matt Hancock is giving evidence on Wednesday, 2 July. The first week's timetable is here.
A livestream of the hearing is available on the Inquiry's homepage and on their YouTube channel.
The Homecare Association's CEO, Dr Jane Townson OBE, gave an opening statement to the Inquiry on behalf of the Homecare Association (30 June, approximately 3.10 pm to 3.20 pm). Transcript of the hearing: Transcript of Module 6 Public Hearing on 30th June 2025. - UK Covid-19 Inquiry (pages 129-136).
There is support for those participating in or watching a hearing, who may experience distress as the Inquiry investigates the pandemic, at: Support whilst engaging with the Inquiry - UK Covid-19 Inquiry.
The Inquiry has also published its latest 'Every Story Matters' record documenting the effect of the pandemic on the adult social care sector, which has some powerful personal accounts:
Every Story Matters: Adult Social Care Sector – In Brief - UK Covid-19 Inquiry
Every Story Matters: Adult Social Care Sector – Full record - UK Covid-19 Inquiry.
