MPs expected to approve long-delayed 'Hillsborough Law'
UK MPs have approved the 'Hillsborough Law,' which mandates a duty of candor for public officials to prevent state cover-ups. The legislation, inspired by the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, will now move to the House of Lords for further scrutiny.
Why it matters
This law represents a significant shift in government accountability, aiming to prevent the systemic withholding of evidence by public authorities during inquiries.
Figure caption, Watch: Burnham thanks Starmer for Hillsborough support
Sir Keir Starmer said the UK "stands on the precipice of change" as MPs approved the Hillsborough Law, in a bid to prevent cover-ups linked to failures of the state.
The prime minister praised campaigners for their work on the long-delayed legislation, which imposes a duty on public authorities and officials to tell the truth and co-operate with official investigations and inquiries.
Andy Burnham said the bill ensures "justice for ordinary people going forward" and is "some legacy" for Sir Keir, who he is expected to replace as PM.
It is named after the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, which claimed 97 lives after a crush during the FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest.
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