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Work of the Law Commission
01 March 2023
Lead MP
Robert Buckland
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
Crime & Law EnforcementJustice & CourtsParliamentary ProcedureChildren & Families
Other Contributors: 0
At a Glance
Robert Buckland raised concerns about work of the law commission in the House of Commons. A government minister responded.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The work and impact of the Law Commission, which includes simplifying and modifying laws, codification, removing anomalies in laws, repealing obsolete enactments, consolidating legislation, economic benefits, and the importance of law reform for societal well-being. The speech highlights specific examples such as the sentencing code reforms and the adoption of the Fraud Act 2006, emphasising the need to prioritise and streamline the legislative process to implement Law Commission recommendations more effectively.
Government Response
Crime & Law EnforcementJustice & CourtsParliamentary ProcedureChildren & Families
Government Response
The Minister thanked the Law Commission for their work in modernizing and simplifying laws, noting its importance in various areas including economic crime. He acknowledged the financial benefits of the Law Commission’s projects, such as a net present value exceeding £3 billion over ten years for five major projects. The response also addressed concerns about delays in implementation, citing factors like ministerial priorities and parliamentary time constraints. Minister Argar outlined plans to enhance engagement between government and the Law Commission during programme planning and development phases to improve the likelihood of successful implementation.
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