Almost every day there is a call in the media for a public inquiry and over the last few years, public inquiries following human tragedy have become part of the fabric of our public life, but do they do any good?

Why I created this programme

By Ann Alexander

My personal experience of being involved in a number of major Inquiries led me to bring this contentious subject to both the media and wider public’s attention.

Having secured interviews with respected  senior professionals on high profile cases as well as people directly affected by them, I have tapped into a subject which is rarely exposed to public debate.

There are some real issues in the process which need to be addressed if the whole purpose of having a public inquiry is to work as it should. I hope that by generating interest and debate this will be achieved.

Additionally it was a real challenge for me to produce and front my own documentary – the whole process was been enlightening and incredibly thought-provoking. It’s something I have a very keen interest in and asks questions which sometimes are afraid to be asked.