Summary
Campaigners advocating for the Hillsborough Law in the UK blame Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood for delaying the proposed legislation. This law aims to ensure public officials tell the truth during inquiries. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer promised the legislation would be passed by April 2025, but it faces delays due to concerns over security service amendments.
Key Facts
- The Hillsborough Law is meant to prevent cover-ups by requiring public authorities to be truthful in inquiries.
- Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is accused of personally delaying the legislation.
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer pledged to pass the law by April 2025.
- The law won't be passed before the current parliamentary session ends in May.
- There is a dispute over an amendment related to the security services.
- Mahmood has not met with victims' families recently, claiming discussions will continue with other ministers.
- Campaigners say the delay is linked to a lack of agreement on the bill's final issues.
- Prime Minister Starmer is accused of indecision regarding the disputed amendment.
