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First Minister John Swinney has expressed his willingness to meet with the family of Sheku Bayoh following the resignation of Lord Bracadale from his role as chairman of the inquiry investigating Bayoh’s death. The Scottish Police Federation had raised concerns about Lord Bracadale’s impartiality due to his interactions with Bayoh’s family, prompting the family to seek a meeting with the first minister.
In an interview with BBC Scotland News, Swinney stated that he would be open to meeting with the family to address their concerns and emphasize the importance of completing the inquiry and learning necessary lessons from it. Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes is tasked with spearheading the next steps related to the inquiry.
The Sheku Bayoh inquiry, which commenced in November 2020, is focused on scrutinizing the circumstances surrounding the death of the father-of-two while in police custody in May 2015. Bayoh had been reported for erratic behavior and carrying a knife, leading to a confrontation with officers that resulted in his loss of consciousness and subsequent death in the hospital.
Former judge Lord Bracadale decided to step down as chairman of the inquiry after persistent criticisms and concerns about his conduct. Following his resignation, the inquiry team will appoint a new chairperson who will then select counsel to continue the proceedings. Swinney expressed gratitude for Lord Bracadale’s dedication to the inquiry, acknowledging the challenges involved in leading such a complex investigation
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