Sexual Offences Legislation Debate

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Department: Scotland Office

Sexual Offences Legislation

Lord Brooke of Alverthorpe Excerpts
Tuesday 22nd May 2018

(6 years, 1 month ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Keen of Elie Portrait Lord Keen of Elie
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With respect to the noble Baroness, there was no complacency in my previous answer. Clearly, we will look at the facts and circumstances of any complaint and then determine what action it is appropriate to take. However, it would not be appropriate to anticipate prosecution or other action without a proper investigation of the facts. Indeed, that underlies many of the complaints made here today.

Lord Brooke of Alverthorpe Portrait Lord Brooke of Alverthorpe (Lab)
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My Lords, are there any positions on which the noble and learned Lord can take some action?

Lord Keen of Elie Portrait Lord Keen of Elie
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Not at present.