Debates between Shailesh Vara and David Burrowes during the 2015-2017 Parliament

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Shailesh Vara and David Burrowes
Tuesday 8th September 2015

(9 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Burrowes Portrait Mr David Burrowes (Enfield, Southgate) (Con)
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A key value of Tottenham magistrates court, which is earmarked for closure, has been the delivery of local, visible justice. Will the Department seriously consider Enfield’s civic centre, or other community buildings, so that young people in particular can see it as a place where first hearing youth courts can take place and deliver effective local justice?

Shailesh Vara Portrait Mr Vara
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I am grateful for my hon. Friend’s contribution. Yes, I am more than happy to consider other venues. I very much hope he will submit that suggestion, as well as any other venues that he may deem appropriate, formally to the consultation.