Recent Disorder 2024-09-10
2024-09-10
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Q1
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Recent violent disorder occurred over the summer, and there are concerns about its impact on the criminal justice system.
What assessment she has made of the impact of recent disorder on the criminal justice system?
The criminal justice system rose to the challenge brought about by the violent disorder. As of 22 August, 576 individuals have been brought before the courts. Of those, 123 have been given a custodial sentence by the Crown court.
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Q2
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The court backlog has worsened due to repair issues causing courts to close, affecting access to justice for victims.
What is the Secretary of State doing to address the repairs needed to the court estate so that victims in my constituency can get access to justice?
It is crucial that courts are able to sit without infrastructure preventing it. It will be a priority for the Government to resolve these issues, so cases can be heard and victims given justice.
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specific actions or timeline to address repairs
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Q3
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There have been concerns about running out of prison places, with the Prime Minister describing this as a fundamental failure. The questioner refers to this issue.
Who does the Lord Chancellor blame for the shortage of prison places, and will she seek an apology from the Conservative party?
An apology is required given the state of the prison system inherited. A review into how this situation occurred will be launched, blaming previous government actions that ignored warnings for political gain.
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specific blame or timeline for an apology
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Q4
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The Government have found prison places for those involved in recent disorder through early release policies. There are concerns about who qualifies for this.
Will the Secretary of State confirm that those guilty of manslaughter can get early release, and explain why?
The prison system inherited was on the brink of collapse. Early releases were necessary due to capacity issues, but important exclusions exist based on offence and sentence. The answer will not provide a running commentary on specific cases affected by SDS40 policy.
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specific details about who qualifies for early release under the current policy
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