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Statutory Inquiries Committee

Lords Select Committee

The Statutory Inquiries Committee is appointed to consider the efficacy of the law and practice relating to statutory inquiries under the Inquiries Act 2005.

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Failing to follow up on public inquiry recommendations risks avoidable mistakes being repeated
The Statutory Inquiries Committee publishes its report Public inquiries: Enhancing public trust.
16 September 2024
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House of Lords committees following dissolution
Following the dissolution of Parliament on 30 May 2024, all select committees have ceased to exist.
30 May 2024
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How is the law and practice of inquries working?
The Statutory Inquiries Committee launches a call for evidence
14 February 2024

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Report - Public inquiries: Enhancing public trust
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Response to this report
Government Response to the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee report: Enhancing public trust
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Government Response
Government Response to the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee report: Enhancing public trust
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Government Response
21.05.24 Response Letter from The RT Hon Theresa May MP
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The Statutory Inquiries Committee published its report on 16 September 2024. The Committee ceased to exist upon publication of the report. If you would like further information on the work of the House of Lords or its committees please contact the House of Lords Enquiry Service by email at hlinfo@parliament.uk or by phone on 0800 223 0855 (freephone) or 020 7219 3107.