Boris Johnson to Face Covid Inquiry Over Pandemic Handling

Johnson begins two days of giving evidence starting Wednesday
Ex-premier expected to admit making mistakes in response

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December 6, 2023 at 12:00 AM EST

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face two days of questioning over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, the latest senior figure to give evidence to the UK’s Covid-19 inquiry.

Johnson is expected to admit his government made mistakes and will apologize to victims, a person familiar with his evidence said. The former premier is due to appear at 10 a.m. London time on Wednesday.

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