Latest news and updates from the inquiry.
The Closing Hearing of the Inquiry will take place on Thursday 5 February 2026 at the International Dispute Resolution Centre, 100 St Paul’s Churchyard, London EC4M 8BU, starting at 10:30am. The Inquiry report will be published at the same time on the Inquiry website and on GOV.UK, after having been laid before Parliament. The Chair…
The Cranston Inquiry report will be laid in Parliament and published on 5 February 2026. On that day Sir Ross Cranston, the independent Chair of the Inquiry, will make a statement at a central London venue, which will be open to the public and press. Further details will be made available on the Inquiry website…
The drafting of the Inquiry’s report has been completed, and it is being made ready for publication and laying in Parliament in early February 2026. The website will be updated further when a firm date for the report’s publication is known.
The Cranston Inquiry has published further witness statements from family members and other witnesses who gave evidence to the Inquiry.
The Cranston Inquiry has concluded its public Full Hearings, today 27th March.
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.
The Inquiry continues to progress as fast as is practicable, mindful of the passage of time since the incident and the obligation imposed on it in the Terms of Reference to identify and make meaningful recommendations.
Press release – The Cranston Inquiry into the 24 November 2021 Channel crossing tragedy held its Preliminary Hearing with Sir Ross Cranston, Chair of the Inquiry, on Thursday 24 October 2024.
Press release – The Cranston Inquiry into the 24 November 2021 Channel crossing tragedy will hold a Preliminary Hearing in London on Thursday 24 October 2024 from 2.00pm.
The Inquiry team gives a summer update regarding the Inquiry’s progress over the last five months under Sir Ross’ leadership.