Written question asked by David Kidney (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 May 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 May 2001. It was answered by Ross Cranston (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 May 2001 on behalf of the Solicitor General.

Solicitor-General

Question: To ask the Solicitor General, if he will make a statement concerning the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service not to prosecute any person arising out the the death of Colin Griffiths.

Answer: Mr. Kidney: To ask the Solicitor-General if he will make a statement concerning the decision of the Crown Prosecution Service not to prosecute any person arising out the death of Colin Griffiths. [160360] The Solicitor-General: A full investigation into the circumstances of Mr. Griffiths' death was undertaken by the Staffordshire police. The findings of that investigation have been carefully reviewed by a senior lawyer in the Casework Directorate of the Crown Prosecution Service. In addition, advice has been taken from experienced, independent counsel. Both have come to the firm conclusion that there is insufficient evidence for a realistic prospect of conviction against any person arising out of the tragic death of Mr. Griffiths. Mrs. Griffiths has been informed of the decision and she has also had a meeting with the CPS lawyer during which the basis of the decision was explained to her.

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