HC Deb 19 February 1996 vol 272 c38W
33. Mr. Merchant

To ask the Attorney-General if he will seek powers to refer all unduly lenient sentences passed in the Crown court. [14190]

35. Mr. Congdon

To ask the Attorney-General if he will seek powers to allow him to refer all unduly lenient sentences passed in the Crown court. [14192]

The Solicitor-General

All the most serious offences tried in the Crown court, which are those giving rise to the greatest public concern, are already within the scope of the Attorney-General's power of review. He sees no need at present to seek any further extension to his powers.