Further evidence published today
The Cranston Inquiry has published further witness statements from family members and other witnesses who gave evidence to the Inquiry.
Date: 21 October 2025
Welcome to the Cranston Inquiry website
The Cranston Inquiry has been set up to look into the events of 24 November 2021, when at least 27 people lost their lives crossing the Channel.
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Cranston Inquiry concludes public hearings
The Cranston Inquiry has concluded its public Full Hearings, today 27th March.
Date: 27 March 2025
Cranston Inquiry Full Hearings to begin
Sir Ross Cranston, independent Chair of the Cranston Inquiry, will open Full Hearings in London on Monday 3 March at 10:00am into the 24 November 2021 Channel crossing tragedy.
Date: 24 February 2025
Hearings
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Scheduled hearings
Full hearings will begin on 3 March 2025. Further information will be provided in due course.
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