Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 31801

Legal Representation

Tabled: 21 February 2025

Answered: 3 March 2025

Question

Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps she is taking to support those accused of serious offences and unable to afford private representation.

Answer

Sarah Sackman

Criminal legal aid, where needed, is essential for those accused of a crime to defend themselves and to uphold their right to a fair trial.The scope of legal aid is set out under the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (LASPO). For ...

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