Written question asked by David Leslie Taylor (Labour) on Tuesday, 20 November 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 December 2001. It was answered by Lord Wills (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 December 2001 on behalf of the Lord Chancellor's Department.

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Question: To ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department, What recent representations he has received from members of the Magistrates Association about future changes in their role. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: David Taylor: To ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department what recent representations he has received from members of the Magistrates Association about future changes in their role. [17521] Mr. Wills: The only recent representations received have been in response to Sir Robin Auld's Review Report. So far five magistrates have responded, although not all of these may be members of the Magistrates Association. The period for public comment runs until the end of January.

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