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Written question asked by Ellie Reeves (Labour) on Monday, 31 October 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 November 2022. It was answered by Edward Argar (Conservative) on Thursday, 3 November 2022 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Witnesses: Video Recordings

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the take up of use of section 28 video evidence in rape trials in England and Wales.

Answer

The latest Criminal Justice System Delivery Data Dashboard, which the Government publishes quarterly, shows that 57 witnesses gave evidence via s.28 in a case with at least one adult rape offence between January and March 2022.

We are working with partners to ensure the rollout of Section 28 is a success and will continue to monitor the rollout of Section 28.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
74849
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Rape Witnesses Video recordings
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk