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Written question asked by Oliver Ryan (Labour) on Wednesday, 11 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 17 March 2026 (named day). It was answered by Sarah Sackman (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Courts

Question

what steps he is taking to tackle backlogs in the courts.

Answer

Sir Brian’s report set out a blueprint for pragmatic structural reform in our criminal courts and made clear that action across the process is essential.

The Courts and Tribunals Bill is the first step to putting that blueprint into law. Coupled with record investment in sitting days and criminal legal aid and modernisation of listing practices and use of case coordinators and blitz courts to boost efficiencies, we are taking a neglected service and bringing it, finally, into the 21st century.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
908340
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Courts Administrative delays
Link
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