Welcome to Through the inquisitor's lens, our new podcast series which explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time.

In this episode we delve into the question of how you measure the success of a public inquiry, particularly from the perspective of victims and survivors, and their families.

Catherine Henney, Legal Director at Eversheds Sutherland, alongside our guest speaker, Austin Welch from Lincoln House Chambers, look at issues of accountability; what the purpose of an inquiry may be, and how an inquiry achieves its aims. We also touch on the duty of candour, and the increasing focus on this is receiving when public bodies are involved.