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Written question asked by Mike Wood (Conservative) on Monday, 16 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 18 March 2026. It was answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds (Labour) on Friday, 27 March 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Resolution Foundation

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, pursuant to the Answer of 10 March 2026 to Question 115825 on Resolution Foundation, which (a) senior official and (b) Minister approved the award of the contact to the Resolution Foundation.

Answer

In her opening statement Baroness Hallett, the Chair to the Inquiry, stated that she will hear from expert groups with wide-ranging scientific and other expertise to ensure she has the widest and most diverse evidence possible in making her recommendations. This included drawing upon the knowledge of clinical experts, historians, social scientists, political scientists, data governance experts, statisticians and others.

The C19SF08RF25 contract, which involves the analysis and input of 2 expert witnesses, was then procured and awarded in line with the procurement rules as well as Cabinet Office Commercial policies and procedures.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
120846
Session
2024-26
Related items
Resolution Foundation
Tuesday, 10 March 2026
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Subjects
Contracts Resolution Foundation
Link
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