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Written question asked by Liz Saville Roberts (Plaid Cymru) on Friday, 10 November 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 November 2023 (named day). It was answered by Edward Argar (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 November 2023 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Administration of Justice: Wales

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of devolving (a) probation services and (b) youth justice to Wales.

Answer

The Government has considered the question of the devolution of justice to Wales and is clear that it is in the interests of the people of Wales for justice to remain a reserved matter, including in respect of probation services and youth justice.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1373
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Devolution Probation Wales Youth justice
Link
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