Update on the early work of the COVID-19 Evaluation
11/03/2025
Over the last few weeks, the COVID-19 Evaluation has been focused on preparatory work and scaling up its team.
The Chair is delighted to confirm that Professor David Heymann is joining the Evaluation Panel, bringing a wealth of international health related experience. The Evaluation looks forward to expanding panel membership, with further members in the process of being identified and/or confirmed.
In line with its phased Programme of Work, the Chair has sought initial overview information from Government Departments and key agencies who were directly involved in Ireland’s management of the pandemic. This evidence will support the Evaluation in forming a factual account of the overall strategy and approach to the planning and handling of the pandemic. It will also provide foundation information for considering lessons learned.
With the 5th anniversary of the pandemic upon us, the Evaluation is commencing background work into the extensive and often unequal impacts of the pandemic, as a precursor to wide-ranging public consultation and engagement, which will take place over the coming weeks and months.