Death Penalty (Commonwealth Countries) (Hansard, 13 April 1999)

HC Deb 13 April 1999 vol 329 c29W 29W

§ Mr. Cox
To ask the President of the Council how many cases are currently under consideration by the Privy Council concerning the possible use of the death penalty in Commonwealth countries. [80025]

§ Mrs. Beckett
Thirteen appeals and a further 15 applications for leave to appeal in capital cases from Commonwealth countries are currently registered with the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council. Judgment has yet to be given in two capital appeals already heard by the Committee.