Priti looks into pub bombings

THE Home Secretary has agreed to consider a public inquiry into the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings after meeting West Midlands Mayor Andy Street.

In a move welcomed by campaigners who lost loved ones in the twin attacks, Priti Patel said she would take into account their views and official advice before making any decision.

In April 2019, an inquest jury found a botched IRA warning led to 21 people being unlawfully killed in the atrocity on November 21, 1974.

Two bombs exploded in the Mulberry Bush and Tavern in the Town pubs, also injuring 220 other victims.

Conservative mayor Mr Street, a long- time supporter of the Justice For The 21 campaign, said: “I want to thank the Home Secretary for taking the meeting.

“Whilst this is not a firm commitment, it is a step towards securing a public inquiry and ultimately justice for the 21 murdered that night and their families.”