Debates between John Whittingdale and Robert Buckland during the 2017-2019 Parliament

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Debate between John Whittingdale and Robert Buckland
Thursday 8th February 2018

(6 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Whittingdale Portrait Mr John Whittingdale (Maldon) (Con)
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2. What steps the CPS is taking to increase the rate of prosecution of people responsible for female genital mutilation.

Robert Buckland Portrait The Solicitor General (Robert Buckland)
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FGM is a crime. It is abuse against children and women. The Crown Prosecution Service has introduced a series of measures to improve the handling of such cases, including appointing a lead FGM prosecutor in each area and delivering training to police and prosecutors across the country.

John Whittingdale Portrait Mr Whittingdale
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I welcome this week’s announcement of extra funding to tackle FGM in Africa and beyond. With over 5,000 cases reported in a year in this country, does my hon. and learned Friend share my concern that we are still to bring a successful prosecution?

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