Welcome to the COVID-19 Inquiry Spotlight Sessions. Brought to you by the Regulation, Business Crime and Compliance team at UK law firm Shoosmiths, this podcast series will explore the key topics associated with a Public Inquiry.

We will help you to understand how the COVID-19 Inquiry might affect you and your business, and we will be joined by special guests who will deliver a specialist viewpoint on some of the topics.

Episode 0 – Introduction

Episode 1 – what is a Public Inquiry?

In episode 1 of the Spotlight Sessions we hear from our Associates, Alex Friston, Hannah Frost and Hannah Howard as they discuss the fundamentals of a Public Inquiry, how an Inquiry is established and the various stages involved.

Episode 2 – Political tactics or best practice?

Episode 2 of the Spotlight Sessions explores the role of the State in a Public Inquiry when it has ultimate responsibility for remit and scope of conclusions. Join our Associates Alex Friston, Hannah Frost and Hannah Howard for this thought-provoking discussion.

Episode 3 – The what, the who and the how.

In episode 3 of the Spotlight Sessions we are delighted to be joined by special guest Anne Studd QC from 5 Essex Court  who shares her predictions for the upcoming Inquiry. Along with our Associates Alex Friston, Hannah Frost and Hannah Howard, the discussion will cover what we know so far, and how the Inquiry could take shape.

Episode 4  – Being a core participant; options, awareness, and preparation.

Episode 4 features a welcome return of Anne Studd QC from 5 Essex Court who joins our Associates Alex Friston, Hannah Frost and Hannah Howard in considering core participants of the Inquiry. The discussion will cover preparation and practicalities along with some sensible steps for any business to reflect upon when contemplating a core participant application.

Episode 5 – The draft terms of reference

In episode 5 hear from Associates Alex Friston and Hannah Frost as they delve into the recently released draft terms of reference, including what they cover, the public consultation period and how the draft terms of reference have been received by the public.

The COVID-19 Inquiry Spotlight sessions is brought to you by the Regulation, Business Crime and Compliance team at UK law firm Shoosmiths, aimed at exploring key topics surrounding the upcoming COVID-19 Inquiry.