Question reference: S5W-33356
- Asked by: Claire Baker, MSP for Mid Scotland and Fife, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 18 November 2020
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Current status: Answered by Humza Yousaf on 26 November 2020
Question
To ask the Scottish Government, further to the answer to question S5W-31498 by Humza Yousaf on 14 September 2020, whether it will provide a further update on the progress of the Sheku Bayoh inquiry.
Answer
I am pleased to confirm that the Inquiry will formally begin its work on 30 November 2020. The Inquiry setting up date marks the point at which I hand over full responsibility of the Inquiry to Lord Bracadale and the work of the Inquiry will commence.
One of the key elements to be completed was the appointment of assessors to support Lord Bracadale in his work. I am also pleased to announce today the appointment of two highly experienced individuals – Raju Bhatt and Michael Fuller. Both bring a wealth of knowledge to the role and I am confident they will bring diversity, balance and vital experience to support Lord Bracadale during the Inquiry.