HC Deb 21 July 1965 vol 716 c220W
36. Mr. John Wells

asked the Minister without Portfolio if he will take steps to lighten the burden to the taxpayer of legally-aided divorce cases.

Sir Eric Fletcher

My noble Friend the Lord Chancellor has considered various proposals for saving costs in legally-aided divorces. It is evident that the best way of making a substantial reduction in the costs of undefended divorce cases, whether legally-aided or not, is by conferring jurisdiction on the County Courts. My noble Friend, the Lord Chancellor, is actively considering measures to this end.