HC Deb 30 June 1965 vol 715 c89W
40. Mr. Abse

asked the Minister without Portfolio how long the Lord Chancellor's inquiry into the desirability of undefended divorces being tried in county courts has been proceeding and, in view of the burden on legal aid funds resulting from undefended divorces being taken only in the High Court and conducted there by barristers, whether he will take steps to expedite the conclusion of the inquiry.

Sir Eric Fletcher

As my honourable Friend is aware, this inquiry was begun under the previous administration. It raises some difficult problems, which involve discussions with the Bar Council and the Law Society as well as other bodies, but my noble Friend intends to lose no time in formulating proposals.