Written question asked by Lord Bassam of Brighton (Labour) on Tuesday, 23 January 2018, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 6 February 2018. It was answered by Lord Keen of Elie (Conservative) on Thursday, 1 February 2018 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Air Displays: Shoreham
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they intend to review the refusal by the Legal Aid Agency of support for the families of the victims of Shoreham air show seeking representation in the forthcoming inquest.
- Answer
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The Legal Aid Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders (LASPO) Act 2012 ensures that the decision-making process for legal aid remains independent from Ministers. The role of Director of Legal Aid Casework (DLAC) was created as a result of the LASPO Act 2012 and the DLAC has sole responsibility for making decisions on individual cases.
A review of the funding decision remains underway with the DLAC, pending further information being provided.
Secondary information
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- Reference
- HL4988
- Session
- 2017-19
- Subjects
- Accidents Coroners Families Legal aid scheme Victims Shoreham Air displays
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- 2018-02-02 10:44:15 +0000
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