Malkinson Inquiry

Ongoing
Chair Judge Sarah Munro Judge / Judiciary
Established 26 Oct 2023
Commissioned by Ministry of Justice

Non-statutory independent inquiry into the wrongful conviction of Andrew Malkinson for rape in 2004 and the 17 years he spent wrongly imprisoned. Chaired by HHJ Sarah Munro KC; investigating roles of Greater Manchester Police, the Crown Prosecution Service, and the Criminal Cases Review Commission. In evidence-gathering and disclosure phases as of February 2026; no final report date announced.

2 years, 4 months Duration (ongoing)
1 question 2 statements since Oct 2023
Written Question Ministry of Justice: Public Appointments
Charlie Dewhirst (Conservative)
08 Dec 2025
Written Ministerial Statement Andrew Malkinson Inquiry Announcement
Lord Bellamy (Conservative)
26 Oct 2023
Written Ministerial Statement Andrew Malkinson Inquiry Announcement
Alex Chalk (Conservative)
26 Oct 2023