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flag UK launches public inquiry into £48 billion spent on pandemic equipment, focusing on contracts and "VIP lane" issues.

flag The UK's public inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic will examine £48 billion spent on medical equipment, including PPE and tests. flag The investigation will look into contract awards, with nearly 10% going to companies linked to the Conservative government, and scrutinize a "VIP lane" that prioritized offers recommended by senior officials. flag The inquiry will hear from 50 witnesses, including experts and campaigners, to review spending controls and fraud prevention.

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