Ian Byrne

Ian Byrne

Labour — Liverpool West Derby

Speaking in the House of Commons on 3 September 2025

Debate

Duty of Candour for Public Authorities and Legal Representation for Bereaved Families

Contribution

My hon. Friend is spot on. The second aspect of the Hillsborough law would put that new legal principle of truth into practical use by requiring public authorities, public servants and corporations proactively to assist investigations, inquests and inquiries, and providing a legal toolkit to help families and others to make them comply.

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