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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Iraq Fatality Investigations

24 November 2025 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by Louise Jones Lab North East Derbyshire

DefenceForeign Affairs

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At a glance

Key points

  • The latest Iraq Fatalities Investigation report by Dame Anne Rafferty has been published.
  • The report presents its findings and recommendations for future policy improvements.
  • Reviews into operational law training and whistle-blowing practices in Defence are recommended.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the publication and findings of the latest Iraq Fatalities Investigation report by Dame Anne Rafferty.

Action requested

No specific action is requested beyond the announcement and recognition of the report's conclusions and recommendations for future policy improvements, including reviews into operational law training and whistle-blowing practices in Defence.

Key facts

  • The report covers deaths of three Iraqi civilians in custody from 2003.
  • Two soldiers were found responsible for mistreatment leading to one death, but no prosecutions followed due to insufficient evidence.
  • Joint Doctrine Publication 1-10 updated in 2020 provides guidance on handling detainees.
  • A review into operational law training is expected to report soon with recommendations.
  • The Whistle-Blowing in Defence review will produce initial findings by the end of this year and a final report by Spring 2026.
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