Illustrated Terms of Reference

Below is an illustration of some of the key areas that the Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry is investigating. A text version is available below the visual graphic.

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Areas covered by the Inquiry include:

• Preparation for the pandemic 
• Lockdown and other restrictions 
• COVID testing and the delivery of vaccination programmes 
• Managing outbreaks 
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 
• Shielding 
• Care homes and nursing homes 
• Health and social care services 
• Unpaid carers 
• End of life care including Do Not Attempt to Resuscitate Orders (DNACPR)
• Welfare assistance programmes 
• Education 
• Support for businesses and the self-employed