In Britain, Salmon Letters are official letters sent out by a public inquiry to people that will be subject to criticism when that inquiry's report is released. The aim of the letter is to give the person a chance to prepare for the resultant exposure and possible legal recourse which may need to be taken when allegations against them become public. The letters also serve to inform someone of the allegations they may have to answer to during the tribunal period of that inquiry which may, or may not, become something that is of interest to the public once the report is published.