HC Deb 20 May 1996 vol 278 c60W
31. Mr. Dowd

To ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department what steps are taken to inform witnesses of(a) delays and (b) procedures in magistrates courts. [28792]

Mr. Jonathan Evans

It is generally for the prosecution and the defence to keep their witnesses informed. However, both magistrates and court staff will assist witnesses at the court to the extent that they properly can.