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Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Baroness Mallalieu (Labour). It was answered by Baroness Blatch (Conservative) on Thursday, 27 February 1997.


Blatch, Baroness

Question
Whether, in the light of the Carl Bridgewater murder appeal, HMG will review Part I of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, limiting disclosure of material by prosecution and defence, before it comes into effect. - Inc announcement on change to code of practice.

Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
578 c1277-8 
Session
1996-97
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Disclosure of information Criminal proceedings Codes of practice Appeals Evidence Homicide Police Bridgewater, Carl
Legislation
Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996