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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Thursday, 25 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 1 July 2026 (named day). It was answered by Sarah Sackman (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Juries: Allowances

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of jury service loss-of-earnings allowances in meeting the cost of living of jurors.

Answer

Jury service is an important civic duty, and the Government is committed to ensuring jurors feel supported throughout their service. All support for jurors is kept under review to ensure that it remains appropriate and accessible. Where jury service is likely to result in financial hardship, the jury summoning process provides for applications for deferral or excusal from service.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
13266
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Allowances Juries Standards Cost of living
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk