Proceeding contribution from Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Labour) in the House of Lords on Thursday, 26 June 2008. It occurred during Ministerial statement on Criminal Justice: Witness Anonymity.
Criminal Justice: Witness Anonymity
My Lords, that is an important point. We must remember that in many cases we are talking about very serious crimes in which witnesses are in real fear of giving evidence. If the rule of law is to prevail, it is important that such evidence can be brought before the courts. Equally, it is necessary always to ensure a fair trial. Getting the balance right is challenging but important and that is what we shall seek to do.
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- 2007-08
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- Admissibility of evidence Criminal proceedings Appeals Convictions Common law European Convention on Human Rights House of Lords Intimidation Legislation Judgements Protection Witnesses Trials
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