Illegal Migration Bill Access to Justice 2023-05-16
2023-05-16
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Q1
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The question concerns discussions about the potential impact of the Illegal Migration Bill on individuals' ability to seek legal recourse and receive fair treatment in the asylum system.
What recent discussions have been had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential impact of the Illegal Migration Bill on access to justice, considering its effects on people-smuggling gangs, channel crossings, and fairness in the asylum system?
The Illegal Migration Bill aims to deter illegal migration by breaking the business model of people-smuggling gangs, deterring dangerous crossings, and ensuring fairness in the asylum system. The answerer states they are working closely with colleagues on its implementation.
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Discussion about specific impact on access to justice was not provided
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Q2
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The question arises from concerns over the restrictions placed on judicial reviews by the Illegal Migration Bill, questioning whether these limitations indicate a lack of confidence in the bill's legality.
Why is the Government blocking opportunities for judicial review in the Illegal Migration Bill? Does this not reflect uncertainty about its actual legality?
Access to justice remains a priority. The Bill ensures proper appeal opportunities, and criticisms from SNP on jury trials are highlighted as inconsistent. The answerer questions why Patrick Grady is keen on getting rid of juries.
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Question regarding judicial review limitations was not addressed
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Q3
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Concerns over the bill's impact on legal access are raised, referencing Lord Reed's 2017 Supreme Court decision and Magna Carta principles.
How will the courts uphold the rule of law if legal avenues for judicial review are shut off by legislation in the Illegal Migration Bill?
In appropriate cases where there is an imminent risk of serious harm, the Bill provides opportunities to make legal points. The answerer mentions Magna Carta and criticizes SNP for wanting to eliminate jury trials.
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Question about judicial review mechanisms was not directly addressed
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Q4
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Questions arise over the reputation and stance of the new Justice Secretary, who co-wrote a defense of the controversial Illegal Migration Bill.
Why is the Justice Secretary defending the Home Secretary instead of upholding the rule of law, given the bill's perceived trashing of international rights conventions?
The answerer asserts that upholding the rule of law includes holding illegal migrants accountable. Arriving illegally is against the law, and consequences must follow to maintain respect for the rule of law.
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Specific reasons why Justice Secretary supports Home Secretary were not provided
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