§ Mr. DismoreTo ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department in relation to the High Court judges marshall when on circuit (1)(a) what are the duties of the marshal, (b) who appoints the marshal, (c) who pays the wages and fees of the marshal, (d) what was the total cost of the marshal service to public funds for each of the last three years, (e) what uniform, dress code or badge of office distinguishes the marshal, (f) how many marshals there are and (g) what are the qualifications and experience required to be a marshal; and if he will make a statement; [140808]
(2) (a) what is the selection or appointment procedure is followed in choosing a marshal, (b) what training is given to ensure the marshal is appointed in accordance with equal opportunities legislation, (c) for each of the last two years, how many marshals were (i) men, (ii) women and (iii) from ethnic minority backgrounds; and if he will make a statement. [140807]
§ Mr. LockI regret that it has not been possible to provide an answer before prorogation. I shall write to the hon. Member and place a copy of the letter in the Library.