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Boris Johnson leaves a public inquiry into his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic after attending the first of two gruelling days in the witness box. The former British prime minister apologised for "the pain and the loss and the suffering" caused by the pandemic but defended his government. Johnson has faced a barrage of criticism from former aides for alleged indecisiveness and a lack of scientific understanding during the crisis. IMAGES
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson arrives at a public inquiry where he is expected to be grilled over his government's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. Johnson, who has faced a barrage of criticism from his former aides for his indecisiveness and a lack of scientific understanding during the pandemic, is expected to admit that he "unquestionably made mistakes" during two days at the inquiry in London. IMAGES
Bereaved families gather outside the venue where the first witnesses are being called for an inquiry probing the UK government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic. The first phase of the inquiry will focus on the UK's resilience and preparedness in the face of the global health emergency. Relatives of Covid-19 victims have taken aim at the investigation, saying it will be a "farce" if bereaved families are not able to testify, while there has been debate over the extent to which WhatsApp messages between government ministers should be made available for scrutiny. The public hearings are scheduled to conclude by summer 2026. IMAGES
The 93 year-old Monarch issued a special message for key health workers battling the coronavirus, saying their dedication to caring for others "is an example to us all".
Images show the scene outside St Thomas' Hospital in London where British Prime minister Boris Johnson is in intensive care. Johnson spent the night in the ICU with a deteriorating case of coronavirus and has been given oxygen but is not on a ventilator, according to a government minister. IMAGES
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