Some Questions Australia’s COVID-19 Inquiries Must Ask

Published on April 8, 2024

Commentary The Australian Senate will soon release its report on the proper terms of reference for a COVID Royal Commission to be established in 2024. During the inquiry, held by the Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee, a large volume of submissions were submitted, while the government’s own COVID-19 Response Inquiry received over 2,000 submissions. This indicates high public interest in getting to the truth of what happened, why particular decisions were made, and what the right lessons for the future. This is especially important so Australia can be better prepared next time and also to put the WHO’s new pandemic accords in perspective....