§ Mr. Terry FieldsTo ask the Attorney-General what action is being taken to deal with complaints about the Liverpool law circuit; if he will undertake an investigation into procedures on the Liverpool circuit; if he will consider suspending the circuit administrator; and if he will make a statement.
§ The Attorney-GeneralA number of complaints about delays in the county court at both Birkenhead and Liverpool have been made. The position at Birkenhead has improved over the past few months and a more satisfactory service is now being provided. At Liverpool difficulties have been experienced, due in part to shortages at junior staff levels and extra staffing resources are being made available in order to provide some immediate relief. A thorough appraisal is also being carried out with a view to strengthening the management structure. There is no intention to suspend the circuit administrator.