Prior to producing its final report, the inquiry team carried out extensive work interviewing a variety of groups, including:

• Bereaved families
• Current and former members of the crematorium staff
• Council officers
• Representatives from Co-Operative Funeralcare, the current operator of Emstrey Crematorium
• Representatives from funeral directors
• Staff from other crematoria
• Support groups
• Health professionals
• Government officials

It was only after these consultations were complete that the inquiry team published its report. The report, with appendices, extends to over 90 pages in total.