§ Mrs. Curtis-ThomasTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what recent research he has commissioned on(a) improper influence of jurors and (b) intimidation of jurors. [67653]
§ Hilary BennNo recent research has been commissioned on the improper influence and intimidation of jurors. The Home Office has commissioned more general research into juries and jurors' experiences and perceptions of the criminal justice system. A report is scheduled for publication later this year.