House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Publication of Southport Inquiry Phase 1 Report and Phase 2 Terms of Reference
13 April 2026 · Home Office
Proposed by Shabana Mahmood Lab Birmingham, Ladywood
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The government published the first phase report of the Southport Inquiry into a tragic attack on children.
- The Terms of Reference for Phase 2 of the Southport Inquiry are being published to examine the adequacy of risk management arrangements for individuals fixated with extreme violence.
- Phase 2 of the Southport Inquiry will commence immediately and is set to conclude in Spring 2027.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the publication of the first phase report of the Southport Inquiry into a tragic attack on children, and outlines the terms of reference for the second phase.
Action requested
The government will consider the report's recommendations and respond later this summer. The Minister is publishing the Terms of Reference for Phase 2 of the Southport Inquiry, which aims to examine the adequacy of arrangements for identifying and managing risk from individuals fixated with extreme violence. This next phase will begin immediately and is expected to conclude in Spring 2027.
Key facts
- Three young girls were tragically murdered on July 29, 2024, during a children’s dance class in Southport.
- The first phase of the Inquiry examined systemic failures, missed opportunities, and inadequate information sharing among agencies.
- Sir Adrian Fulford is the Chair of both phases of the Southport Inquiry.
- Phase 2 will begin immediately and conclude by Spring 2027.