§ Dr. KumarTo ask the Parliamentary Secretary, Lord Chancellor's Department what recent assessment he has made of the extent to which payments to jurors meet the financial consequences of their appointment. [28820]
§ Mr. WillsNo assessment is made of the extent to which payments to jurors meet the financial consequences of their appointment. However, a potential juror can apply to a Crown court judge for excusal if they feel that they will suffer any financial loss through completing jury service. The maximum allowances payable to jurors are reviewed each year and are, as a general rule, increased in line with inflation. Lord Justice Auld has recommended a full review of the allowances payable to jurors. The Government are considering this as part of the package of recommendations.