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Part 3: SAS sergeant's inquest lasted under an hour
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INQUESTS are an ancient arena where the state is scrutinised by an independent coroner.

As such they are a vital chance to detect whether the MoD failed in its duty of care towards Sgt Tonroe.

Are all inquests so short?

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