When people think of adult social care and the pandemic, care homes often come to mind. But the majority of care in the UK takes place in people's own homes - delivered by care workers and by millions of unpaid carers.

During our ‘Care Sector’ (Module 6) hearings, we heard about the impact the pandemic had on unpaid carers. Their stories are an important part of our investigation. Read this news story to find out more 👇 covid19.public-inquiry.uk/news/carers-... #CarersWeek

Find out more about how the largest listening exercise ever carried out by a UK public Inquiry will continue to make a positive impact, even after the Inquiry ends. For more information on Every Story Matters, visit the Inquiry’s website. #EveryStoryMatters

1/ So, what comes next? The stories you shared through Every Story Matters will continue to shape Chair Baroness Hallett's remaining reports and recommendations.

1/ One year ago today, Every Story Matters closed to new pandemic stories. Over 58,000 people shared their experiences of the pandemic with the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

1/ The Inquiry has today announced the publication date for its fifth report, 'Procurement' (Module 5). It will examine how healthcare equipment was procured and distributed across the four nations of the UK and will set out recommendations for the future.

1/ “I’m still strictly shielding.” Last week, the Inquiry published its fourth report : ‘Vaccines and Therapeutics’ (Module 4).

Watch this short film 📺 which summarises the key findings and recommendations 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=lN93...

The Chair of the UK Covid Inquiry, Baroness Hallett has made a statement on her findings and recommendations. View the statement in full by visiting our YouTube channel 📺 - link in our bio 👆

1/ Mae Cadeirydd Ymchwiliad Covid-19 y DU, y Farwnes Heather Hallett, wedi cyhoeddi ei phedwerydd adroddiad heddiw.

1/ The Chair of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, Baroness Heather Hallett, has today published her fourth report.

1/ Tomorrow at 12pm, the Inquiry will publish its fourth report: ‘Vaccines and Therapeutics’ (Module 4).

1/ On 14 January 2025, the Inquiry published the Module 4 Every Story Matters record, which brought together the contributions of thousands of people.

1/ Evidence gathered throughout Module 4 has supported the Inquiry Chair, Baroness Hallett, to make her recommendations for the future.

1/ “He described his unfortunate situation as ‘collateral damage’ of the Covid-19 pandemic.” This Thursday, the Inquiry will publish its fourth report: ‘Vaccines and Therapeutics’ (Module 4).

1/ Next Thursday, we will publish the Inquiry's fourth report: ‘Vaccines and Therapeutics’ (Module 4).

1/ Next Thursday at 12pm, the Inquiry will publish its fourth report: ‘Vaccines and Therapeutics’ (Module 4).

The Inquiry plans to loan stories shared with its listening exercise Every Story Matters to the UK Data Service. Accredited researchers will be able to access all the stories once the Inquiry has closed, so submissions to Every Story Matters can continue to inform policy and research.

The Inquiry has announced future plans for its listening exercise Every Story Matters. Find out how the largest listening exercise carried out by a UK public inquiry will continue to make a positive impact after the Inquiry ends. covid19.public-inquiry.uk/news/inquiry... #everystorymatters

1/ Last week, the Chair of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, Baroness Heather Hallett, published her third report.

1/ Mae crynodeb pedair tudalen o adroddiad Modiwl 3 ar gael ar wefan yr Ymchwiliad ac mae ar gael mewn amrywiaeth o ieithoedd a fformatau hygyrch.

1/ A four-page summary of the Module 3 report can be found on the Inquiry's website and is available in a variety of languages and accessible formats.

1/ The Chair of the UK Covid Inquiry, Baroness Hallett has made a statement on her findings and recommendations.

Watch this short film 📺 which summarises the key findings and recommendations 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTK2...

1/ Mae Cadeirydd Ymchwiliad Covid-19 y DU, y Farwnes Heather Hallett, wedi cyhoeddi ei thrydydd adroddiad heddiw.

1/ The Chair of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, Baroness Heather Hallett, has today published her third report.

1/ Tomorrow at 12pm, the Inquiry will publish its third report: ‘The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the healthcare systems of the United Kingdom’ (Module 3).

1/ Evidence gathered throughout Module 3 has supported the Inquiry Chair, Baroness Hallett, to make her recommendations for the future.

1/ On Thursday, we will publish the Inquiry's third report: ‘The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the healthcare systems of the United Kingdom’ (Module 3).

Ddydd Iau nesaf am 12yp, bydd yr Ymchwiliad yn cyhoeddi ei drydydd adroddiad: ‘Effaith pandemig Covid-19 ar systemau gofal iechyd y Deyrnas Unedig’ (Modiwl 3).

Next Thursday at 12pm, the Inquiry will publish its third report: ‘The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the healthcare systems of the United Kingdom’ (Module 3).

These are just some of the experiences featured in the Inquiry's Final Every Story Matters record. You can read the full record on the Inquiry's website. covid19.public-inquiry.uk/every-story-...

The Inquiry has published the Final Every Story Matters record, bringing together the themes from almost 60,000 stories submitted to the Inquiry's listening exercise. You can read the full record on the Inquiry's website. covid19.public-inquiry.uk/every-story-...

1/ "The hearings are over. The remaining reports are coming. Change must happen. The public, hit so hard by the pandemic, deserves nothing less."

1/ Today, the Chair has closed the final day of public hearings with a statement. She thanks those who have contributed to the Inquiry's investigations.

Today marks the end of the Inquiry’s public hearings, but the Inquiry's work is not done. It now turns its focus to publishing the remaining reports and recommendations.

Heddiw, mae’r Ymchwiliad wedi cyhoeddi ei gofnod olaf Mae Pob Stori o Bwys. Mae’r cofnod yn dod ynghyd y themâu a rannwyd gan dros 58,000 o bobl gyda’r Ymchwiliad am eu profiadau o’r pandemig.

1/ Today the Inquiry has released its Final Every Story Matters Record, bringing together the themes that over 58,000 people shared with the Inquiry about their experiences of the pandemic.

1/ Last year the Inquiry heard from a wide range of organisations who were involved in delivering community-level sport and leisure during the pandemic at a roundtable discussion.

1/ Today in the final day of public hearings for Module 10: Impact on Society, we will hear closing statements from Core Participants.

1/ Hearings have concluded for today for Module 10: Impact on Society. A full transcript of today’s hearings will be available on the website shortly with an accessible version available on request.

Katherine Poole gave evidence to the Inquiry today on behalf on Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice UK.

Rivka Gottleib gave evidence on behalf of Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice at the Inquiry today.

Rabinder Sherwood is giving evidence to the Inquiry today on behalf of the Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice.

Heather Stewart gave evidence to the Inquiry today on behalf of Scottish Covid Bereaved.

1/ Sharon Boswell gave evidence to the Inquiry today on behalf of Scottish Covid Bereaved.

1/ Today the Inquiry is hearing from people who lost loved ones during the pandemic.

Maggie Waterton is currently giving evidence to the Inquiry on behalf of Scottish Covid Bereaved.

1/ Today in public hearings for Module 10: Impact on Society, we will hear evidence from witnesses on behalf of Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice UK and witnesses on behalf of Scottish Covid Bereaved.

Hearings have concluded for today for Module 10: Impact on Society. A full transcript of today’s hearings will be available on the website shortly with an accessible version available on request.