8/ Obviously it's easy to be wise after the event, but everything we said at the time is on our web site for others to judge
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7/Data and Preparedness
Inquiry: Improve real-time, equality-disaggregated data; strengthen modelling capacity; pre-design dashboards and taskforce structures.
IS: Repeatedly highlighted data gaps (ethnicity, disability); called for transparent modelling and scenario planning.

6/Governance
Inquiry: Recommends standing 4-nations forum; clear transition from COBR to long-term structures; inclusive, accountable decision-making; address toxic culture in govt.
IS: Called for collaborative, respectful four-nations approach; criticised politicisation and lack of coordination.

5/Social & Economic Harms
Inquiry: Critiques unclear messaging (Stay Alert); recommends transparent, accessible campaigns; integrate behavioural science.
IS: Advocated clear, consistent messaging; criticised confusing slogans; promoted behavioural insights and ventilation messaging early.

4/Scientific advice
Inquiry: Broaden SAGE participation; maintain UK-wide expert register; include devolved reps from outset; provide feedback loops to advisory groups.
IS: Criticised narrow networks and lack of diversity; called for multidisciplinary input and devolved engagement.

3/Early action
Inquiry: Criticises “too little, too late”; recommends acting earlier and harder even with imperfect evidence; formal contingency plans for leadership continuity.
IS: Urged early lockdowns, circuit breakers, and strong NPIs; warned against delays and optimism bias.

2/Transparency
Inquiry: Calls for publication of scientific, economic, social advice; clear communication that science informs but does not dictate policy; accessible formats
IS: Formed in response to lack of transparency; advocated publication of SAGE minutes, membership, & modelling assumptions.

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