HC Deb 30 June 1998 vol 315 c146W
Mr. Öpik

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what factors underlie the length of time taken to review the case of the murders of William Crompton and Fiona Ovis; and if he will make a statement. [47434]

Mr. Win Griffiths

Dyfed Powys Health Authority initiated an Independent Review Panel under the NHS complaints procedure, to inquire into the healthcare circumstances relating to the case. I understand that the authority has received legal advice to the effect that the report of the panel should not be made available pending the outcome of a retrial in relation to alleged offences arising from the deaths.