House of Commons · Westminster Hall
28 June 2022 · 2 other contributors · 1,278 words
Opened by Rachel Maclean Con Redditch
Responding minister: Not recorded
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Rachel Maclean raised concerns about children's rights in police custody in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.
Key points
Key requests to Government
The lead MP called for a continued focus on ensuring trust and confidence in policing while addressing any incidents of poor practice by police forces, highlighting the need to follow recommendations from oversight bodies and to ensure appropriate investigations are carried out independently.
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Opened the debate
The debate focused on the rights and protection of children in police custody. The speaker acknowledged ongoing incidents involving substandard or unsatisfactory practices by police officers, although she emphasized that the majority of officers perform their duties well under challenging circumstances. She noted the importance of balancing the rights of the child with those of crime victims.
The hon. Member for Leicester East shared insights into the efforts made to prevent youth involvement in crime through local initiatives and highlighted the importance of understanding the vulnerabilities that draw young people into criminal activities.
The hon. Member for Battersea discussed the excellent work done by violence reduction units in her area, emphasizing their role in diverting young people away from crime.