§ Rev. Ian Paisleyasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what amount of legal aid money has yet to be paid to members of the legal profession in Northern Ireland for work already done over the past two years.
§ Mr. Peter MillsThe amount for all outstanding cases is approximately £113,000. Consultations have taken place with the professional bodies concerned and a radical improvement to the present system is under discussion. Details will be sent to the hon. Member in due course.