§ Lord Hyltonasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they have reached conclusions on the recommendations contained in paragraphs 10.12 and 10.20 of the report of the independent inquiry on Northern Ireland, chaired by Lord Kilbrandon, concerning independent investigation of deaths by shooting, coroners inquests, a new offence of the reckless use of force, and a possible option for jury trial.
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Northern Ireland Office (Lord Lyell)The Government published on 11th April this year a consultation document onPolice Complaints and Discipline which would provide for the independent supervision of investigations into certain types of incident involving the police. They welcome views on the document's proposals. The Government have no plans at present to change the law in the other ways suggested by Lord Kilbrandon's independent inquiry.