“One reason could be that there is material which would show that the Chilcot inquiry was not founded on ‘independence’ and impartiality. However, the Cabinet Office has declined to cooperate, saying it has until 30 July to decide if it will appeal the ruling. A spokeswoman said: “The Cabinet Office is considering the tribunal’s decision and will respond in due course.”Lamb offered several theories as to why the Cabinet Office was fighting disclosure. “A further reason could be that they are stringing it out until the most favourable time to use the ministerial veto.” This conclusion would have been available to a judge-led inquiry, a decision that could have been used by those calling for the prosecution of government ministers and officials.

Source: The Guardian July 09, 2016 19:41 UTC