SP28 Response Pending

Recording case information on police systems

Southport Inquiry · The Southport Inquiry Report: Phase 1 · Issued 13 April 2026 · Addressed to: Lancashire Constabulary

Source — verbatim from the inquiry

Inquiry recommendation

Lancashire Constabulary should ensure its training and systems address the risks associated with failing to record case information on police systems so it is readily available to others. The National Police Chiefs’ Council and College of Policing should consider whether further national guidance is required.

Southport Inquiry, The Southport Inquiry Report: Phase 1 · 13 Apr 2026 Source PDF →

Response — verbatim from government

No formal government response recorded

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Evidence trail — what's actually happened since

  • 13 Apr 2026 Awaiting government response. Phase 1 report published 13 April 2026.

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