Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 59201

Aiding and Abetting

Tabled: 11 June 2025

Answered: 16 June 2025

Named Day

Question

Jayne Kirkham

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether she has reviewed the effectiveness of legislation relating to joint enterprise.

Answer

Alex Davies-Jones

Joint enterprise is a complex area of law which is not set out in statute but evolves through case law. It is an important principle ensuring that those who act with others to commit crimes are held to account.The Government is aware of concerns about the...

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