Hillsborough files may be opened

Published : 19 Apr 2009 13:17:10

Secret files on the Hillsborough disaster could be made public 10 years early after a request from the home secretary.Jacqui Smith has asked South Yorkshire Police to release the documents, which contain detailed evidence of what happened during the tragedy in 1989. It could help families of the 96 victims who want a new inquiry. Ms Smith has met South Yorkshire Chief Constable Meredydd Hughes to discuss the records. Trevor Hicks, of the Hillsborough Families Support Group, said: "I am.... read more