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Department: Ministry of Justice

Oral Answers to Questions

Caroline Lucas Excerpts
Tuesday 3rd July 2012

(11 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jonathan Djanogly Portrait Mr Djanogly
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The Government are committed to reducing the number of whiplash claims, and we have had discussions with all parties involved in these claims. We will consult over the summer on reducing the number of whiplash claims, including through looking at the medical certificates that are handed out, as well as at small claims levels.

Caroline Lucas Portrait Caroline Lucas (Brighton, Pavilion) (Green)
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T7. My constituent Sam Taylor has been subjected to, and still lives in fear of, the most terrible harassment from her ex-partner. The new offences relating to stalking represent real progress, but Sam’s case shows that serious work still needs to be done on the ground to ensure that she and her family can be properly protected. Will the Minister meet Sam, along with the chief superintendent of Sussex police and me, to hear why she remains concerned?

Lord Herbert of South Downs Portrait Nick Herbert
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I would be very happy to meet the hon. Lady to discuss that issue.