The reaction of South Yorkshire Police Federation to an independent report into the Hillsborough disaster has provoked fury from a survivor and an MP who branded them 'disgraceful'

South Yorkshire Police Federation has been branded a “disgrace” after slamming an independent report into the Hillsborough disaster as a ‘waste of taxpayers’ money’.

It caused widespread anger after releasing its response to the report, claiming 'elderly' officers should not face trial by media. It prompted calls online for their "shameful" statement to be taken down, while MP Ian Byrne said their response was “absolutely disgraceful" and blasted the federation for whining.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) report earlier today revealed 12 retired police officers would have faced gross miscon

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