Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between John Howell and James Brokenshire

Monday 5th January 2015 Commons Chamber

[James Brokenshire]

Contrary to what the right hon. Gentleman just stated, the chief inspector was clear that criminal record checks had been carried out in all cases that were examined. We have reminded caseworkers of the need to ensure that the appropriate guidance is adhered to, but I would say to the right hon. Gentleman that the issues identified by the chief inspector arose in large measure from decisions of the last Labour Government to grant leave to people without going through the full requirements. We are still clearing up the mess that they put us in and we are focused on turning the ship around.

[John Howell (Henley) (Con)]

7. What assessment she has made of changes in the level of crime since May 2010.