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Government communication needs to focus on informing the public openly and honestly.

Conclusion
Government communication needs to focus on informing the public openly and honestly. As we move into the next stage of the pandemic, the roadmap back to lifting restrictions entirely, this becomes even more pertinent. Previous recommendations cover clarity on source information, and adherence to the UKSA Code of Practice. (Paragraph 82) Decision making
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government Acknowledged
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care wrote to the Committee on 24 March 2021, setting out the Government’s response to this recommendation.
Source
Committee Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee
Inquiry Data Transparency and Accountability: Covid 19
Report Eighth Report - Government transparency and accountability during Covid 19: The data underpinning decisions 15 Mar 2021 HC 803
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Timeline
Recommendation age 5.2 yrs
Report published 15 Mar 2021