Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Thursday, 15 November 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 20 November 2018 (named day). It was answered by Rory Stewart (Conservative) on Tuesday, 20 November 2018 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Crimes of Violence: Sentencing
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will review the sentencing guidelines for offences of assault against people delivering front line public services.
- Answer
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Sentencing guidelines are developed and reviewed by the independent Sentencing Council.
I understand that the Sentencing Council is currently revising the definitive sentencing guideline on assault and will be considering recent changes to legislation as part of this.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 191880
- Session
- 2017-19
- Subjects
- Crimes of violence Public sector Sentencing
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- 2018-11-23 14:16:25 +0000
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