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Board of inquiry into trial of Bruce Lehrmann to hold both public and private hearings

The inquiry will consider the conduct of criminal justice agencies involved in the prosecution and trial of Bruce Lehrmann. (ABC News: Donal Sheil)

An independent inquiry into the now-abandoned prosecution of former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann, over the alleged rape of Brittany Higgins, has called for submissions from journalists, lawyers, police and members of the public, with plans for both public and private hearings.

Mr Lehrmann's trial was ultimately abandoned due to juror misconduct, and plans for a retrial came to nothing, because of concerns for Ms Higgins's health.

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