HC Deb 31 October 1989 vol 159 cc113-4W
Mr. Chris Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what steps he intends to take to bring the United Kingdom in line with the prompt trial requirement of the European convention on human rights; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Patten

The United Kingdom complies with the European convention on human rights requirements for trial for any criminal charge against a person within a reasonable time.

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