Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between David Lammy and Steff Aquarone

Tuesday 16th December 2025 Commons Chamber

[Mr Lammy]

The £550 million for victims was essential, as is passing the Victims and Courts Bill, implementing Sir Brian Leveson’s review, modernisation and all the work and money we are putting into our courts system.

[Steff Aquarone (North Norfolk) (LD)]

T9.   Whatever changes the Secretary of State is seeking to make to juries, they will make not one bit of difference in my constituency if people cannot get the legal advice they need. Can he assure me that the recent funding announcement will be targeted at legal aid deserts such as North Norfolk? At the third time of asking, will a Minister please meet me and legal aid professionals to discuss their challenges?

[Mr Lammy]

Yes, we will ensure that that money reaches the hon. Member’s constituency, and I will ensure that the Minister responsible meets him.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between David Lammy and Steff Aquarone

Tuesday 16th September 2025 Commons Chamber

[Mr Lammy]

It is a serious issue and I will certainly consider it. I know that the Law Commission is looking at similar provisions.

[Steff Aquarone (North Norfolk) (LD)]

5. What steps he is taking to support rehabilitative programmes in prisons.