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Public inquiries and Royal Commissions

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  • Public inquiries

    Public inquiries are usually held to investigate specific events or government policy.

    Examples: Hutton Inquiry, Ladbroke Grove Rail Inquiry.

  • Royal Commissions

    A Royal Commission is a major government public inquiry into an issue.

    Example: Royal Commission on Long Term Care for the Elderly