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Mr. Simon Hughes
To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what plans he has to hold a public inquiry into the sinking of the Marchioness. [11320]
Ms Glenda Jackson
The Government are considering the case for a public inquiry into the disaster. I will be meeting representatives of the Marchioness Action Group next month to discuss their request for a full and open inquiry. An announcement will be made as soon as a decision is reached.