Written question asked by Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth (Conservative) on Wednesday, 22 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 August 2026. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Cluny (Labour) on Monday, 21 September 2026 on behalf of the Attorney General.

Grenfell Tower: Fires

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the number of successful criminal prosecutions brought following the Grenfell tragedy.

Answer: The CPS Special Crime Division has worked closely with the Metropolitan Police Service throughout its investigation into the Grenfell Tower fire and expects to receive a full evidential file later this year. Charging decisions will be made independently, fairly and in accordance with the Code for Crown Prosecutors. The CPS recognise the deep significance of this case and the importance of reaching charging decisions as soon as possible. Given the scale and complexity of the investigation, CPS specialist prosecutors will need time to review all the evidence thoroughly before any final decisions are made.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL2487
Session: 2026-27
Related items: Grenfell Tower: Fires
Monday, 5 October 2026
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House of Lords; Grenfell Tower: Fires
Monday, 5 October 2026
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Subjects: Fires Prosecutions Grenfell Tower
Contains statistics: Yes
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk