Change of Name by Registered Sex Offenders

Debate between Paula Barker and Sarah Dines

Thursday 2nd March 2023 Commons Chamber

[Miss Dines]

I will make a little more progress before giving way.

[Paula Barker]

On that specific point, will the Minister give way?

[Miss Dines]

Very briefly, then.

[Paula Barker]

I thank the Minister for giving way; she has been very generous with her time. As legislators in this place, we have a privileged position in representing our constituents, and we are subject to the highest scrutiny and security. Will the Minister therefore agree that the review should be shared in full with every Member of the House?

[Miss Dines]

I very much believe in open transparency, but there must always be checks when things are so sensitive that it would not be of assistance.