CTJ publishes coroners guidance on Article 2 ECHR procedural obligations
The Courts and Tribunals Judiciary (CTJ) has published guidance to assist coroners in identifying key principles, practical considerations and relevant precedents when determining whether an inquest should be conducted in a manner that complies with the procedural obligations under Article 2 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). The guidance outlines the duties imposed by Article 2, the threshold for engagement, and the standards required for an investigation to be considered Article 2 compliant.