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Expert panel to lead COVID-19 inquiry, but no royal commission

Phillip Coorey
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The Albanese government is expected to announce on Thursday an expert panel to lead an inquiry into Australia’s COVID-19 response.

The commission of inquiry, which sources said would be conducted by an economist, an epidemiologist and a public administration expert, falls short of the “royal commission or some form of inquiry that will need to happen”, which Anthony Albanese promised when in opposition.

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Phillip Coorey is the political editor based in Canberra. He is a two-time winner of the Paul Lyneham award for press gallery excellence. Connect with Phillip on Facebook and Twitter. Email Phillip at pcoorey@afr.com

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