Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Ministry of Justice

Oral Answers to Questions

Jim Shannon Excerpts
Tuesday 22nd November 2022

(2 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Dominic Raab Portrait Dominic Raab
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If the hon. Lady writes to me with the details of that case, I will certainly ensure that she has a meeting with the most appropriate Minister.

Jim Shannon Portrait Jim Shannon (Strangford) (DUP)
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By their very nature, family court cases are sensitive, delicate and complex, but all are urgent. During the time for such cases to be heard, will the courts provide assistance for families who are having difficult times to get them through the process?

Dominic Raab Portrait Dominic Raab
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Yes, and if the hon. Member writes to me with the details of his concerns, I would be happy to address them in more detail, on top of the assurances I have already provided to the House about the approach we are taking forward.