House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Inquiry into the Channel Incident of November 24, 2021 (Cranston Inquiry)
11 January 2024 · Department for Transport
Proposed by Mark Harper Con Forest of Dean
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Key points
- Mr Mark Harper announces the establishment of an independent inquiry into a tragic mass-casualty incident on the Channel that resulted in at least 27 fatalities.
- The Cranston Inquiry, chaired by Sir Ross Cranston, will investigate the incident and learn lessons for future prevention.
- The Department will provide necessary support and resources for the inquiry.
Issue summary
Mr Mark Harper announces the establishment of an independent inquiry into a tragic mass-casualty incident on the Channel that resulted in at least 27 fatalities.
Action requested
The minister has established the Cranston Inquiry, chaired by Sir Ross Cranston, to investigate the incident and learn lessons for future prevention. The Department will provide necessary support and resources for this inquiry.
Key facts
- On November 24, 2021, a tragic mass-casualty incident occurred on the Channel resulting in at least 27 fatalities.
- Sir Ross Cranston is chairing the Inquiry with extensive judicial experience.
- The Terms of Reference enable focusing on investigating this individual incident and preventing similar occurrences in future.
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