Official Inquiry Begins Into Policing at Orgreave During 1984-85 Miners’ Strike

In Brief

The inquiry addresses longstanding demands for transparency and accountability regarding police actions and prosecutions at Orgreave.

Key Facts

• The government has formally launched an official inquiry into the policing at the Orgreave coking plant during the 1984-85 miners’ strike.
• The inquiry will be chaired by Pete Wilcox, the bishop of Sheffield.
• Terms of reference include seeking the fullest disclosure of information and producing a report by spring 2028.
• The inquiry will examine the prosecutions of 95 men that followed the events at Orgreave.
• The inquiry was initially announced in July by then home secretary Yvette Cooper.

What Happened

The UK government has started an official inquiry into the violent policing and subsequent prosecutions at Orgreave during the 1984-85 miners’ strike, with Pete Wilcox appointed as chair.

Why It Matters

This inquiry is significant as it aims to address longstanding concerns about police conduct and legal proceedings related to Orgreave, an event that has been a focal point in debates over policing and justice in the UK.

What's Next

The inquiry will gather evidence and seek full disclosure of information, with a final report expected by spring 2028.