§ Dr. KumarTo ask the Solicitor-General what action the Crown Prosecution Service has taken regarding files on Operation Lancet forwarded by the Cleveland Police to Treasury Counsel. [108768]
The Solicitor-GeneralA large number of files relating to serious allegations of police misconduct have been forwarded by Operation Lancet to the Crown Prosecution Service for review to decide whether or not any prosecutions should be brought. Treasury Counsel has been instructed by the Crown Prosecution Service to advise. The Crown Prosecution Service and Treasury Counsel have undertaken a considerable amount of work in respect of these files. Further work on this complex matter is necessary before any decisions can be taken.
§ Dr. KumarTo ask the Solicitor-General when the Crown Prosecution Service will reach a decision on the files regarding Operation Lancet. [108806]
The Solicitor-GeneralThe Crown Prosecution Service has received a large number of files from Operation Lancet relating to many and complex serious24W allegations of police misconduct. Further files are expected. Decisions will be taken as soon as is properly possible. It is anticipated that decisions will begin to be taken during the course of the next two or three months.