HC Deb 21 June 1967 vol 748 c276W
Mr. Russell Johnston

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many persons in Scotland were called for jury service in the last convenient year; and how many actually served.

Mr. Ross

This information is not readily available, but I estimate that about 12,000 persons served as jurors in 1965. The number cited for service would be considerably larger.

Mr. Russell Johnston

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is aware that citizens giving jury service in Scotland are inadequately compensated and frequently inconvenienced under the present system; and what proposals he has for reform.

Mr. Ross

Financial loss allowances and subsistence allowances for jurors were increased in February this year and a further increase would not be justified at present. Jury service inevitably causes some inconvenience, but I am sure that the courts do their best to minimise it.