HC Deb 21 November 1984 vol 68 cc172-3W
Mr. Foulkes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what new guidelines he has issued in the last six months concerning the availability of legal aid.

Mr. Ancram

None.

Mr. Foulkes

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the Widgery criteria for granting legal aid.

Mr. Ancram

The Scottish Home and Health Department has brought to the notice of district courts in Scotland criteria for criminal legal aid similar to those recommended by the Widgery committee on legal aid in criminal proceedings in England and Wales.