Press Notices

HI – 16

29 January 2004

LEAK INVESTIGATION

Following the disclosure by The Sun newspaper of some of the conclusions of Lord Hutton's report before its publication, Lord Hutton has put in train an urgent investigation into the handling of those copies of the report released to the parties to the Inquiry in advance of publication. This will also include the handling of the report by the Inquiry itself and by the printers.

The Solicitor to the Inquiry, Martin Smith, will establish an audit trail of copies of the report and those who had access to them before its publication.

In the light of the outcome Lord Hutton will review what further steps he might take.

Notes for Editors

Media queries relating to Lord Hutton's inquiry should be directed to the DCA Press Office.    Tel: 020-7210 8512/13   Fax: 020-7210 8633

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