Cooper accused of ‘adding salt to wound’ after rejecting calls for public inquiry into David Amess murder

Yvette Cooper has been accused of causing further distress to the family of murdered MP Sir David Amess by rejecting their calls for a public inquiry into his killing, stating that it would not add value beyond the terrorist’s trial and the Prevent learning review. Lady Julia Amess described Cooper’s response as “adding salt onto an open wound”, expressing feelings of sadness, betrayal, and heartbreak over the perceived lack of support from the home secretary. Despite the family’s requests for assistance, Cooper maintained that she cannot interfere with the coroner’s independent role and suggested the family reconsider their position ahead of a meeting with the prime minister and home secretary.

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