ACT close to naming head of Bruce Lehrmann trial inquiry and its scope

Announcement expected next week after trial for alleged rape of Brittany Higgins collapses and DPP alleges ‘inappropriate interference’ in caseGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast The Australian Capital Territory government is next week expected to name the head of its inquiry into the handling of the Bruce Lehrmann case and release the probe’s terms of reference.Guardian Australia understands preparations for the ACT’s inquiry are continuing and the attorney general, Shane Rattenbury, is close to naming the legal expert who will lead the investigation, which is expected to be conducted in the first half of this year.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundupDrumgold called for a public inquiry to examine “both political and police conduct” in the case.