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May backs prosecutions over Hillsborough

Police officers or anyone else who broke the law in the wake of the Hillsborough disaster should be pursued and, if the evidence is sufficient, prosecuted, the Home Secretary said.

Theresa May said she was still digesting the "deeply shocking and disturbing report" but was absolutely clear those who broke the law should be prosecuted.

Home Office officials have been asked to ensure the necessary resource, support, advice and co-operation are in place "to facilitate any and all investigations into individual and systemic issues", Mrs May said.

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