Hillsborough families told of public advocate plan for major disasters

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Families of those who died at Hillsborough have been told the government intends to establish an independent public advocate (IPA). The role would support people affected by major disasters. In a letter seen by the BBC, Justice Secretary Dominic Raab apologised for how long the process was taking and offered to meet the families. Ninety-seven Liverpool supporters died as a result of a crush during an FA Cup semi-final at Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough stadium on 15 April 1989. Garston and Halewood MP Maria Eagle said she was concerned families "wouldn't have control" under the plan.