CR12
Response
Under Consideration
Independent external oversight body
Recommendation
An independent external body should be given responsibility for the regular assessment of the effectiveness and efficiency of HM Coastguard. Consideration should be given to extending the remit of His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services as the responsible body to undertake the task.
Published Evidence Summary
The following publicly available evidence relates to this recommendation:
Government response: Under Consideration. No public evidence of delivery has been found.
Sources
Government response (2026-07-16): Under Consideration
Source: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cranston-inquiry-interim-response
Text: The Department is conducting a review of the MCA which will consider its functions, form, governance and performance. It will report to Ministers this year and inform Government’s response to the outstanding recommendations of the Cranston Inquiry.
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Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Response
Under Consideration
Response
Under Consideration
Under Consideration
Department for Transport
16 Jul 2026
The Department is conducting a review of the MCA which will consider its functions, form, governance and performance. It will report to Ministers this year and inform Government’s response to the outstanding recommendations of the Cranston Inquiry.
Responsible Bodies
Department for Transport
Primary
Recommendation age
0.6 yr
Last formal update
16 Jul 2026