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UK inquiry says nearly £10bn wasted on PPE
Filed: Jul 14, 2026 at 8:10 AM ET
Summary: A UK inquiry report says the government wasted nearly £10bn on PPE during the pandemic.
WHO: UK inquiry report
WHAT: Report finds nearly £10bn was wasted on PPE procurement during the pandemic and criticises a VIP lane.
WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 7:08 AM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: The report criticises PPE procurement spending and a VIP lane for the health crisis.
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