Friday, August 05, 2011

UK torture probe deems too little by critics

Campaigners and lawyers acting for former detainees say they will boycott an inquiry into the alleged torture and mistreatment of UK terror suspects.

Sir Peter Gibson's detainee rendition inquiry is due to start at the end of an ongoing police investigation.

But 10 campaign groups said the process lacked credibility and transparency, and too much would remain secret.

An inquiry spokeswoman said the decision was regrettable but confirmed it would still go ahead.


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