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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 11 February 2026

Debate

Victims and Courts Bill

Contribution

It was only when Claire Waxman spoke with Tracey, on the 28th day following that sentence, that Tracey was even made aware of the scheme. Unfortunately, this was the last day she was able to lodge a complaint. Tracey immediately submitted her application to the Attorney-General’s office, on the 28th day. She took it round by hand, but it was rejected as being delivered out of court hours. At the time, there was no mention of court hours in the victims’ code, on the Government website, or in any of the paperwork. I wonder whether victims are expected to know this. Frankly, it was shocking.

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