HC Deb 30 July 1984 vol 65 c3W
39. Mr. Chapman

asked the Attorney-General if he will report progress on increasing the number of official referees, and improving court facilities.

The Attorney-General

As I told my hon. Friend on 30 March, the Lord Chancellor has approved an increase in the establishment from four to six. He is currently considering the recommendations he will make to Her Majesty for the two additional appointments. He is aware that the court facilities available leave much to be desired. Alternative arrangements are therefore being examined with a view to reaching an early decision.