Iraq War Inquiry Bill [HL]
In progressCurrently at: 2nd reading in the Lords.
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Long title
A Bill to make provision for the holding of an inquiry into the Iraq war.
Summary
<p>This Bill was presented by the Liberal Democrat spokesperson for foreign affairs, and supported by other front bench Liberal Democrats. <br><br>Key areas:</p><ul><li>It is designed to establish an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the invasion of Iraq in 2003, using powers under the Inquiries Act 2005</li><li>The Government would be responsible for appointing a panel of 12 members who would have powers to investigate </li><li>The inquiry would cover the origins, inception, legality and conduct of the hostilities and would make its findings public. Since 2003, there have been a number of campaigns to establish an independent inquiry.<br></li></ul>
Progress through Parliament
- 1st reading· Lords
20 March 2008 – 20 March 2008
- 2nd reading· Lords
Source: UK Parliament Bills API. Bill ID: 299.