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Debate between David Lammy and Edward Argar(1 month ago)
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Edward Argar (Melton and Syston) (Con)
In their 2024 manifesto, the Government made a promise to set up specialist rape courts in every Crown court location. Two years on, how many have been set up?
Mr Lammy
We are two years in, and I assure the right hon. Gentleman that we will come forward with announcements in that area shortly.
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Debate between David Lammy and Edward Argar(5 months, 4 weeks ago)
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Mr Lammy
I am grateful to my hon. Friend for raising this issue on behalf of Ralph Bulger. I know that he is meeting Baroness Levitt today. I too am happy to meet to discuss these issues in the coming weeks, notwithstanding my important role in this context.
Edward Argar (Melton and Syston) (Con)
In their manifesto at the last election, the Government promised to set up specialist rape courts in every Crown court location. Will the Minister update the House on how many have been set up to date?