The Covid Inquiry Podcast - 52. 'Stop Visiting'

The Covid Inquiry continues to hear evidence about how social care settings were affected during the pandemic. This week former social care minister Helen Whately describes her concerns around visiting policies in place at the time, as well as the controversial decision to release individuals from hospitals into care homes. The Inquiry also hears from Sir Sajid Javid, former Health Secretary, on mandatory vaccinations for care home staff. Divya Talwar reports.

Published on Saturday, 19th July 2025.

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