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Debate between Oliver Heald and Robert Flello(10 years, 3 months ago)
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The Solicitor-General
May I start by paying tribute to the right hon. Gentleman and his all-party group on their work in this area? These two new offences, which were introduced just over a year ago, are an important step forward. It is too early to say whether it is disappointing that the number of offences so far charged is 438 rather than a higher figure, because we want to see how this goes forward from here, but there is no lack of drive or push in trying to deal with these offences, which are horrific and require a very firm approach, and I think this joint protocol will certainly help. If the right hon. Gentleman wants to discuss it with me, I will be more than happy to do so.
Robert Flello (Stoke-on-Trent South) (Lab)
6. What steps he is taking to promote awareness of the laws on contempt of court among users of social media.