The public process to give those criticised in the Hillsborough investigations' report a chance to respond will begin this month.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) confirmed the long-awaited Salmon process will begin this month ahead of the publication of the final Hillsborough report. The IOPC began its investigation into the 1989 disaster, in which 97 Liverpool fans died at the FA Cup semi-final, after the publication of the Hillsborough Independent Panel report.
The ongoing investigation is the largest investigation into alleged police misconduct and criminality ever seen in England and Wales. The IOPC said in July last year it would start the Salmon process in 2023 - and a spokesperson for the police watchdog has now confirmed officers will begin sending 'Salmon letters' this month.
