HL Deb 15 July 1999 vol 604 cc56-7WA
Lord Cope of Berkeley

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What progress has been made in the development of measures to assess the achievement of the objectives (a) to ensure just processes and outcomes in the criminal justice system and (b) to respect the rights of defendants. [HL3490]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

Development of the measures is on course to be completed by 31 March 2000, as noted in theCriminal Justice System Strategic and Business Plan published in March this year.

Lord Cope of Berkeley

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What progress has been made in the development of measures to assess (a) the level of confidence in the criminal justice system and (b) the satisfaction of victims, witnesses and jurors with their treatment in the criminal justice system. [HL3491]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

Work is on course for development by 31 March 2000 of the measure to assess the level of confidence in the criminal justice system.

A range of questions is being considered for new surveys to measure the satisfaction of victims, witnesses and jurors. The surveys are on course for introduction by 31 March 2000.

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