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To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, who determines the level of accommodation and support afforded to victims of crime who are being offered official protection; and on what guidance he relies for that determination. - Includes figures and various questions on victims and witnesses.
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, who determines the level of accommodation and support afforded to victims of crime who are being offered official protection; and on what guidance he relies for that determination. - Includes figures and various questions on victims and witnesses.
Asked by
Lord Mawhinney
(Conservative)
Answered by
Alun Michael
(Labour; Co-operative Party)
Answering body
Home Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
17 December 1997
For answer on
22 December 1997
Answered on
22 December 1997
Subjects
Crime; Housing; Finance; Intimidation; Witnesses; Victims; Victim support schemes
Date
22 December 1997
Reference
303 c567-8W; 21939;21934;21937;21936;21938;21940;21935
House
House of Commons
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, What plans he has to ensure that vulnerable witnesses are afforded greater protection in court. (Failed OPQ).
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, What plans he has to ensure that vulnerable witnesses are afforded greater protection in court. (Failed OPQ).
Asked by
Ian Cawsey
(Labour)
Answered by
Alun Michael
(Labour; Co-operative Party)
Answering body
Home Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
8 December 1997
For answer on
22 December 1997
Answered on
22 December 1997
Mr. Cawsey: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what plans he has to ensure that vulnerable witnesses are afforded
greater protection in court. [20189]
Mr. Michael: On 13 June we announced an urgent, wide ranging review of the way in which vulnerable and intimidated witnesses,
including those with communication or learning difficulties, are treated by the criminal justice system, with the aim of assisting
them to give their best evidence in court. The Interdepartmental Working Group, which is taking forward the review, will report to
my right hon. Friend the Home Secretary shortly and its report will be considered by Ministers as soon as possible in the New Year.
Subjects
Intimidation; Witnesses; Vulnerable or Intimidated Witnesses Interdepartmental Working Group
Date
22 December 1997
Reference
303 c546W; 20189
House
House of Commons
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what plans he has to issue guidance to the police, Crown Prosecution Service and other relevant professional groups on dealing with cases of alleged crimes against people with learning difficulties. - (Holding answer 5 November 1997).
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what plans he has to issue guidance to the police, Crown Prosecution Service and other relevant professional groups on dealing with cases of alleged crimes against people with learning difficulties. - (Holding answer 5 November 1997).
Asked by
Lord Beith
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Alun Michael
(Labour; Co-operative Party)
Answering body
Home Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Tabled on
28 October 1997
For answer on
6 November 1997
Answered on
6 November 1997
Mr. Beith: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what plans he has to issue guidance to the police, Crown
Prosecution Service and other relevant professional groups on dealing with cases of alleged crimes against people with learning
difficulties; and if he will make a statement. [13736]
Mr. Michael: [holding answer 5 November 1997]: The Government are concerned about the plight of vulnerable witnesses, including
those with learning difficulties and believe that more needs to be done.
That is why on 13 June I announced an urgent, wide-ranging review of the way in which vulnerable or intimidated witnesses are
treated by the criminal justice system with the aim of identifying measures to protect those likely to be subject to intimidation
and to assist them and other adult vulnerable witnesses give their best evidence in court. This is being taken forward by an
interdepartmental working group which includes representatives from the Association of Chief Police Officers and the Crown
Prosecution Service. The review will include consideration of the need to issue guidance to the police and others involved in the
criminal justice system who may deal with cases of alleged crime against people with learning difficulties. Work undertaken by the
Crown Prosecution Service, headed by the Director of Public Prosecutions and under the superintendence of the Attorney-General, with
the police has considered ways to improve information which assists with the early identification of vulnerable witnesses or victims
or those who may have special requirements.
A new edition of the Manual of Guidance for the preparation of police files was published in October 1997. It advises officers on
the information they should report to prosecutors concerning the special needs of certain witnesses and the additional measures
required when they attend court.
Previous guidance relating to mentally vulnerable witnesses issued to Crown Prosecution Service staff in January 1995 draws
attention to the fact that victims are often selected by offenders because of their vulnerability. This would be a public interest
factor in favour of prosecution. The guidance also warns against assumptions being made about the capabilities of mentally
vulnerable witnesses and their ability to give a reliable and complete account of events and urges decisions to be based on the
known abilities of individuals.
Subjects
Crime; Intimidation; Learning disability; Witnesses; Victims
Date
6 November 1997
Reference
13736; 300 c287W
House
House of Commons
Statement on the position of victims within the criminal justice system.
Statement on the position of victims within the criminal justice system.
Asked by
Claire Ward
(Labour)
Answered by
Jack Straw
(Labour)
Answering body
Home Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
3 July 1997
Answered on
3 July 1997
Ms Ward: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on the position of victims within the
criminal justice system. [5566]
Mr. Straw: The Government are committed to improving the position of victims and those who give evidence to the police and in court.
Our election manifesto said: "Victims of crime are too often neglected by the criminal justice system". Therefore, I am pleased to
announce today the following measures which will give victims a greater priority within the criminal justice system:
an extra £1 million to Victim Support to provide further court-based and local scheme support for victims of crime and for
witnesses, and to provide a national telephone helpline for victims:
an inter-departmental review to look at further ways of assisting vulnerable witnesses--such as victims of rape or of domestic
violence--and providing witnesses with greater protection from intimidation;
an examination of measures to ensure that the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) is more responsive to the needs of victims as part of
the independent review of the CPS under the chairmanship of Lord Justice Glidewell. Victim Support
Victim Support receives the Government's full support for the dedicated work it does helping victims of crime. Its 365 local schemes
and branches support more than a million victims a year, and there is now a witness support service at all the 77 Crown court
centres in England and Wales. Despite this, the previous Government froze the £11.7 million grant to Victim Support and made it
clear that no more money would be forthcoming. However, support for victims of crime is a top priority for this Government. I have
therefore decided to make an additional £1 million available to Victim Support to re-inforce both its court-based and local scheme
support for victims and witnesses. It will also establish a new national telephone helpline to provide an easy source of help and
information to victims of crime. Vulnerable witnesses and witness protection
Many victims and witnesses find the criminal justice process daunting and stressful, particularly those who are vulnerable because
of personal circumstances or the nature of certain serious crimes, such as rape. Some witnesses are not always regarded as capable
of giving evidence while others are in fear of intimidation. Our manifesto stated that "greater protection will be provided for
victims in rape and serious sexual offence trials and for those subject to intimidation, including witnesses". The Government have
therefore established an inter- departmental group to undertake a wide-ranging review. It will have the following terms of
reference:
to identify measures at all stages of the criminal justice process to improve the treatment of vulnerable witnesses, including those
subject to intimidation;
to encourage such witnesses to give evidence of crime and enable them to give best evidence in court;
to consider which witnesses should be classified as vulnerable;
to identify effective procedures for applying appropriate measures in individual cases; and
to make costed recommendations.
The group will have regard to the interests of justice, the importance of preventing and detecting crime, the needs of witnesses and
cost effectiveness; and take into account the National Standards for Witness Care in England and Wales. Crown Prosecution Service
Our manifesto also said:
"We will ensure that victims are kept fully informed of the progress of their case, and why charges may have been downgraded or
dropped". My right hon. Friend the Attorney-General has already announced the creation of local Chief Crown Prosecutors for each
police force area as part of his reforms to the CPS. The Government believe this will ensure that prosecutors are more sensitive to
the needs of victims, particularly on decisions to discontinue or downgrade cases. My right hon. and learned Friend the
Attorney-General has also established an independent review under the chairmanship of Lord Justice Glidewell which will examine how
the CPS can be made more aware of the needs of victims and witnesses.
Subjects
Crime; Administration of justice; Crown Prosecution Service; Intimidation; Witnesses; Victims; Victim support schemes
Date
3 July 1997
Reference
5566; 297 c235-7W
House
House of Commons
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18th June. (Question not printed).
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18th June. (Question not printed).
Asked by
Michael Connarty
(Labour)
Answered by
Tony Blair
(Labour)
Answering body
Prime Minister
Prime Minister's questions - Lead
Status
Answered
For answer on
18 June 1997
Answered on
18 June 1997
Subjects
Intimidation; Witnesses
Date
18 June 1997
Reference
296 c307; 2577
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
1st supplementary on protection of witnesses.
1st supplementary on protection of witnesses.
Asked by
Michael Connarty
(Labour)
Answering body
Prime Minister
Prime Minister's questions - 1st Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
18 June 1997
Subjects
Intimidation; Witnesses
Date
18 June 1997
Reference
296 c307
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
Answered by
Tony Blair
(Labour)
Answering body
Prime Minister
Type
Oral answers to questions
Subjects
Intimidation; Witnesses
Date
18 June 1997
Reference
296 c307
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
Answered by
Tony Blair
(Labour)
Asked by
Michael Connarty
(Labour)
Answering body
Prime Minister
Type
Oral answers to questions
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 18th June. (Question not printed).
Subjects
Intimidation; Witnesses
Date
18 June 1997
Reference
296 c307
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
SR 1997/266 (Negative instrument). Coming into force 30 June 1997.
SR 1997/266 (Negative instrument). Coming into force 30 June 1997.
Department
Lord Chancellor's Department
Type
Statutory instruments
Procedure
Negative
Laid on
4 June 1997
Made on
2 June 1997
Legislation
Judicature (Northern Ireland) Act 1978; Crown Court (Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996) (Tainted Acquittals) Rules (Northern Ireland) 1997
Subjects
Crown Court; Juries; Intimidation; Northern Ireland; Witnesses; Acquittals
Commons Library location
UP 115 1997/98
Date
4 June 1997
Reference
SR 1997/266
House
House of Lords; House of Commons
If he will make representations to the Turkish government about the alleged use of torture by police officers on witnesses of Metin Goketpe's death on 8th January.
If he will make representations to the Turkish government about the alleged use of torture by police officers on witnesses of Metin Goketpe's death on 8th January.
Asked by
Jeremy Corbyn
(Labour)
Answered by
David Davis
(Conservative)
Answering body
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
For answer on
28 February 1997
Answered on
28 February 1997
Mr. Corbyn: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make representations to the Turkish
Government about the alleged use of torture by police officers on witnesses of Metin Goktepe's death on 8 January. [17852]
Mr. David Davis: Our embassy in Ankara has raised a number of aspects about the Goktepe trial with the Turkish authorities. These
include reports that police officers used torture on witnesses. We will continue to follow this case closely.
Subjects
Homicide; Intimidation; Journalism; Witnesses; Trials; Turkey; Goktepe, Metin
Date
28 February 1997
Reference
17852; 291 c424W
House
House of Commons
Witness Protection Bill. Second reading debate. Adjourned.
Witness Protection Bill. Second reading debate. Adjourned.
Lead member
Baroness Adams of Craigielea
Answering member
Alun Michael
Department
Home Office
Type
Debates on bills
Legislative stage
Second reading
Legislation
Witness Protection Bill 1996/97
Subjects
Crime; Intimidation; Witnesses; Victims
Date
31 January 1997
Reference
289 c637-45
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
What representations he has received regarding intimidation of witnesses.
What representations he has received regarding intimidation of witnesses.
Asked by
Jacques Arnold
(Conservative)
Answered by
John Wheeler
(Conservative)
Answering body
Northern Ireland Office
Oral questions - Lead
Status
Answered
For answer on
30 January 1997
Answered on
30 January 1997
Subjects
Intimidation; Northern Ireland; Witnesses
Date
30 January 1997
Reference
11973; 289 c499
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
1st supplementary on same.
1st supplementary on same.
Asked by
Jacques Arnold
(Conservative)
Answering body
Northern Ireland Office
Oral questions - 1st Supplementary
Status
Answered
Answered on
30 January 1997
Subjects
Intimidation; Northern Ireland; Witnesses
Date
30 January 1997
Reference
289 c499
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
Answered by
John Wheeler
(Conservative)
Asked by
Jacques Arnold
(Conservative)
Answering body
Northern Ireland Office
Type
Oral answers to questions
What representations he has received regarding intimidation of witnesses.
Subjects
Intimidation; Northern Ireland; Witnesses
Date
30 January 1997
Reference
289 c499
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons
Answered by
John Wheeler
(Conservative)
Answering body
Northern Ireland Office
Type
Oral answers to questions
Subjects
Intimidation; Northern Ireland; Witnesses
Date
30 January 1997
Reference
289 c499
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
House
House of Commons