Starmer is expected to use last week in power to push through Hillsborough law
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to push the 'Hillsborough Law' through Parliament during his final week in office. The legislation aims to prevent official cover-ups and improve accountability for families following major disasters.
Why it matters
This law addresses long-standing demands for justice from the families of the 97 victims of the 1989 Hillsborough disaster.
Hillsborough campaigners fought for nearly 30 years for justice for the 97 victims of the stadium disaster./Getty Images Hillsborough campaigners fought for nearly 30 years for justice for the 97 victims of the stadium disaster./Getty Images Hillsborough disaster Starmer is expected to use last week in power to push through Hillsborough law Stalled legislation aims to prevent cover-ups and help families seek justice after major disasters
Prefer the Guardian on Google Keir Starmer is expected to use his final week in office to push the Hillsborough law through its remaining stages in the Commons after months of delays.
This bill aims to strengthen support for families seeking justice after major disasters and create new offences for officials who deliberately mislead the public or seek to block accountability.
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