A Labour minister has defended "important judgements" made about withholding information in the Southport killings case, after police claimed they were "gagged" by the Crown Prosecution Service.

Employment minister Alison McGovern said decisions around information disclosure were crucial to protect the possibility of a trial and achieving justice.

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She expressed confidence in Merseyside Police, noting she knows the force "very well" and that "they are incredibly good"{ai:summary}<p>A Labour minister has supported the decisions made regarding information withholding in the Southport killings case, emphasizing their importance for protecting the integrity of a potential trial. Employment minister Alison McGovern noted that these judgments are vital for achieving justice. #crime</p>

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