HL Deb 20 October 1998 vol 593 c138WA
Baroness David

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they have set a firm date in April 1999 for the introduction of the first phase of the civil justice reforms? [HL3463]

The Lord Chancellor

The first phase of the civil justice reforms will be introduced on Monday, 26 April 1999, when the new civil procedure rules and supporting materials will come into effect.