House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Government Response to the Anthony Grainger Inquiry Report
19 May 2020 · Home Office
Proposed by Kit Malthouse Con North West Hampshire
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Government published formal response to the Anthony Grainger Public Inquiry on 2020-05-19
- Home Office accepted recommendation for authorisation of new weapon systems
- Revised Code of Practice for Armed Policing published on 2020-01-14
Issue summary
The Government has published its formal response to the Anthony Grainger Public Inquiry, addressing recommendations regarding the authorisation of new weapon systems and improvements in operational policing.
Action requested
The Home Office accepts the recommendation concerning the authorisation of new weapon systems and a revised Code of Practice for Armed Policing was published on January 14, 2020. The Government also engaged with police bodies to ensure they have addressed concerns raised by the Inquiry and plans are in place to improve safety.
Key facts
- Anthony Grainger was shot dead by an armed officer during Operation Shire on March 3, 2012.
- A public inquiry led by Judge Teague published its report.
- The revised Code of Practice for Armed Policing and Less Lethal Weapons was published on January 14, 2020.
- Chief Officers are independent in operational policing matters but engaged with the Government to address Inquiry concerns.