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Debate between Stephen McPartland and Wendy Morton
Tuesday 8th October 2019

(5 years, 2 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Wendy Morton Portrait The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice (Wendy Morton)
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I fully understand where the hon. Gentleman is coming from. It is fundamental to our legal and justice system that everyone has the right to a fair trial. None the less, it is important that we give our utmost support for bereaved families. I am determined to do all that I can to ensure that bereaved families are at the heart of the coronial process, and we are working across the Government to achieve this.

Stephen McPartland Portrait Stephen McPartland (Stevenage) (Con)
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To reduce reoffending we need to improve ex-offenders’ employment prospects. What incentives can the Minister offer employers to take on people who have recently left prison?