Judicial Review and Courts Bill (First sitting) Debate

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Tuesday 2nd November 2021

(4 years ago)

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A few Members have indicated they wish to ask questions, so I will take them in order.

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Q There has been lots of debate about whether these reforms are necessary or good for parliamentary democracy. It is important to reflect on the fact that of course it was in the Government’s manifesto that they would propose significant reform to the way in which judicial review works. To what extent do the witnesses see the mandate of an election as important to the functioning of our democracy?

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indicated assent.

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Sir John Hayes.

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