Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Ministry of Justice

Oral Answers to Questions

Rehman Chishti Excerpts
Tuesday 18th March 2014

(10 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Shailesh Vara Portrait Mr Vara
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That is a local decision for the local justices.

Rehman Chishti Portrait Rehman Chishti (Gillingham and Rainham) (Con)
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In relation to court closures, Medway magistrates court has an excellent virtual court scheme. However, funding has not been renewed for the scheme, which has received national recognition. Will the Minister review that and confirm the Government’s commitment to virtual court schemes?

Shailesh Vara Portrait Mr Vara
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Absolutely.