The MOD announced today that a Public Inquiry will be held into the death of Baha Mousa, who died in British custody in September 2003.
The Defence Secretary, Des Browne, said:
"A Public Inquiry into the death of Baha Mousa is the right thing to do. It will reassure the public that we are leaving no stone unturned in investigating his tragic death. The Army has nothing to hide in this respect and is keen to learn all the lessons it can from this terrible incident."
Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Richard Dannatt, said:
"The Army expects only the very highest standards from all officers and soldiers and any failure to achieve those standards, however rare, is unacceptable to us. We welcome this Inquiry, which will help us to understand how and why Mr. Mousa died in our custody. I shall personally ensure that every co-operation is given".
The scope of this Inquiry is still under consideration and details will be made public once they have been established. Findings of the Inquiry will also be published once it has been concluded.
