Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 123208

Thirlwall Inquiry: Costs

Tabled: 24 March 2026

Answered: 31 March 2026

Question

Mike Wood

Conservative — Kingswinford and South Staffordshire

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what has been the total cost to date of the Thirlwall Inquiry.

Answer

Dr Zubir Ahmed

The total cost of the Thirlwall Inquiry from its commencement in September 2023 to the end of March 2026 is £18,718,000.00. This includes March 2026 forecasted amounts.