Grenfell Tower fire evidence passed to prosecutors
Metropolitan Police submit files on 20 organisations and 54 individuals to CPS, with charging decisions expected before June 2027.
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Detectives from the Metropolitan Police have completed a significant phase of their investigation into the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, passing evidence files to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). The files concern 20 organisations and 54 individuals, with potential offences including corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter, health and safety offences, fraud, and misconduct in public office.
Timeline for Charging Decisions
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Referral to Crown Prosecution Service involves 20 firms and 54 individuals connected to the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire.
The CPS has stated that charging decisions will be made before June 14, 2027, marking the 10th anniversary of the North Kensington fire that claimed 72 lives. This timeline follows a complex and extensive investigation by the Metropolitan Police, which involved 220 investigators reviewing over 15,000 people and 700 organisations.
Government Department Under Investigation
A file of evidence relating to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has been referred to the CPS. Housing Secretary Angela Rayner confirmed the department was notified in 2023 that it was under investigation, potentially for a breach of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Ms Rayner acknowledged the gravity of the development and pledged diligence in the response.
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Inquiry Findings and Scale of Investigation
The Grenfell Tower Inquiry's final report, published in September 2024, detailed systemic failures by government and the construction industry regarding combustible cladding. The inquiry concluded that all deaths were avoidable, citing incompetence and, in some cases, dishonesty and greed by authorities. The Metropolitan Police's investigation has gathered 12,600 pages of evidence, taken 14,700 statements, and secured over 27,000 exhibits. Scale replica parts of the tower are being constructed at a cost of £2 million in anticipation of potential court proceedings.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Kevin Southworth described the submission of files to prosecutors as a "milestone moment," acknowledging the nine-year duration of the investigation and its immense scale. Frank Ferguson, head of the CPS Special Crime and Counter Terrorism Division, recognised the long and difficult journey for those seeking answers and accountability.
Resident and Union Response
Grenfell United, representing bereaved families and survivors, expressed a desire for those found guilty of crimes to face imprisonment, stating that "only then will people see that there are real consequences for what happened at Grenfell." The Fire Brigades Union general secretary Steve Wright welcomed the progress towards prosecuting those deemed culpable.
Next Steps
The CPS will now conduct a thorough review of all submitted evidence to make independent charging decisions. These decisions are expected before the 10th anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire on June 14, 2027. The demolition of Grenfell Tower, which began in September 2025, is expected to be completed within two years.
Questions this report answers
+What has the Metropolitan Police submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service?
The Metropolitan Police have submitted evidence files relating to 20 organisations and 54 individuals to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) as part of the Grenfell Tower fire investigation. These files contain evidence concerning potential offences such as corporate manslaughter and health and safety breaches.
+When will charging decisions be made regarding the Grenfell Tower fire?
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) expects to make charging decisions before June 14, 2027. This date marks the 10th anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire in North Kensington, which resulted in 72 fatalities.
+Which government department is included in the evidence files?
A file of evidence concerning the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has been referred to the CPS. The department was notified in 2023 that it was under investigation, potentially for breaches of health and safety legislation.
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