Murdoch apologises for Hillsborough coverage

News International’s executive chairman James Murdoch apologised today for The Sun’s coverage of the 1989 Hillsborough tragedy, when 96 Liverpool fans were killed by crushing in overcrowded spectator pens.

Mr Murdoch was put on the spot by Liverpool Walton MP Steve Rotheram as he gave evidence about the News of the World phone-hacking scandal to the Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee.