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Written question asked by Andy Slaughter (Labour) on Thursday, 18 June 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 June 2015. It was answered by Shailesh Vara (Conservative) on Friday, 26 June 2015 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Public Defender Service

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what his plans are for the role of the Public Defender Service; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

The Public Defender Service (PDS) delivers services within the criminal defence market from advice and representation at the police station and magistrates courts through to advocacy in the higher courts.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3140
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Public Defender Service
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk