Age of Criminal Responsibility

Debate between Lord Bishop of Manchester and Baroness Levitt

Wednesday 21st January 2026 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Levitt (Lab)]

The Government are always concerned about the position of children and keep all these matters constantly under review.

[The Lord Bishop of Manchester]

My Lords, the Minister referred a few moments ago to Sweden lowering its age below 15. I have done a quick google check, and as far as I can understand, it has lowered it to 14, which is rather different from 10. Can she confirm that that is correct?

[Baroness Levitt (Lab)]

I thank the right reverend Prelate. I think it is from 15 to 13.