Croydon announces inquiry for riots

Croydon LBC has launched an independent inquiry into the riots of 8 August, which resulted in millions of pounds worth of damage.

By Dominic Browne | 08 September 2011

Croydon LBC has launched an independent inquiry into the riots of 8 August, which resulted in millions of pounds worth of damage.

The decision was announced at an extraordinary meeting of the council held on 7 September. It was the first opportunity for the council to debate the issue, despite councillors cancelling holiday in the wake of the unrest.

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