Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 16423
Administration of Justice: Rural Areas
Tabled: 7 July 2026
Answered: 15 July 2026
Question
Jim Shannon
Democratic Unionist Party — Strangford
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment has been made of the potential impact of court closures on access to justice in rural areas.
Answer
Sarah SackmanWe are committed to ensuring access to justice for all court users, including those in rural communities. There are currently no plans to permanently close any courts. Any future proposals would be subject to full public consultation and will consider all...
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