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Leveson Inquiry

Leveson Inquiry

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Violence Against Women
Thursday 29th November 2012

(11 years, 5 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord McNally Portrait Lord McNally
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After long experience, I always agree with the noble Lord, Lord Ashdown.

Lord Clinton-Davis Portrait Lord Clinton-Davis
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My Lords, the Minister spoke about the vulnerable, the innocent and poor people. Undoubtedly the issues that such people face will be complex and they will need help. Will the noble Lord undertake that, in suitable cases, legal aid will be available to them?

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I suspect that legal aid would be available. However, this is not the evening to discuss that issue.

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