Member

Clause 12 allows rates to be set in secondary legislation, to make clear what the state considers to be appropriate remuneration. Any rates proposed would be subject to extensive engagement with stakeholders and a full public consultation, ensuring that they reflect the complexity and seriousness of cases, while improving clarity and efficiency. We are acutely aware of the risk of getting it wrong and that then having a chilling effect on private prosecutions. That is why we are going to conduct such an extensive consultation. I reiterate the assurance I gave at Second Reading that the Government remain open about where the rates should be set.