Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Nadia Whittome (Labour). It was answered by Brandon Lewis (Conservative) on Tuesday, 18 October 2022 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Topical Questions
- Question
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If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.
- Answer
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My immediate priority on becoming Justice Secretary was to end the disruptive strike action that was delaying justice in our criminal courts. I am pleased that the Criminal Bar Association voted to agree a new legal aid deal and its members returned to work last week.
The Government have reset a constructive relationship with barristers and we have agreed to work together to bring down court backlogs, so that victims can get the timely justice they deserve. We have also announced more plans for more prison leavers to be fitted with GPS tags, so that we can keep a close eye on them to help deter reoffending, reduce crime and, importantly, keep our citizens and communities safe.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 901704
- 720 c523
- Session
- 2022-23
- Oral question type
- Lead
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- Departmental responsibilities Ministry of Justice
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- 2023-12-12 15:19:57 +0000
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