00:00The COVID inquiry's latest report has found serious failures in planning for personal
00:05protective equipment during the pandemic. It says the UK was not prepared for the global
00:10race to secure supplies, with large amounts of PPE later wasted. The report says better
00:16planning could have helped equipment reach frontline workers faster and reduced costs.
00:21It also criticises the emergency system used for some contracts, saying future pandemics
00:26must avoid similar approaches. The findings are being considered by governments and health
00:32leaders as lessons are examined for future emergencies. The inquiry says protecting key
00:37workers remains a vital part of pandemic preparedness and public safety.
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