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Written question asked by Lord Campbell of Croy (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 November 1997. It was answered by Lord Sewel (Labour) on Monday, 3 November 1997.


Sewel, Lord

Question
Whether, if capital punishment were to be introduced in Scotland, the First Minister in the proposed Scottish Parliament would have the option of interceding for the exercise of the Royal Prerogative of Mercy in individual cases, which was formerly open to Secretaries of State for Scotland.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
582 c273WA
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Capital punishment Ministerial powers Prerogative of mercy Scotland Scottish Parliament