Getting deleted messages, Covid inquiry hears

The ongoing Covid inquiry has revealed that some key messages related to the pandemic were deleted, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.

According to the testimony given by officials, messages exchanged via certain government communication platforms were deleted at the height of the crisis, making it difficult to trace decisions and actions taken during that time.

Experts have emphasized the importance of preserving all communication records, especially during a public health crisis, to ensure that decision-making processes can be scrutinized and evaluated effectively.

The revelation has sparked calls for more stringent protocols around data retention and transparency in government communications, to prevent critical information from being lost or concealed in the future.

As the inquiry continues, the public waits to see whether these deleted messages will resurface and shed light on the decision-making processes behind the government’s response to the pandemic.